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Who is Dr. Abernathy, Internist in Morganton, NC?
Dr. David Abernathy, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Morganton, NC. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Abernathy graduated from Duke University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Hosp Of Arkansas, Internal Medicine. Dr. Abernathy is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Abernathy’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Abernathy’s office at (828) 433-0225.
Where did Dr. Abernathy go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Hosp Of Arkansas, Internal Medicine | University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Program
Medical School: Duke University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Abernathy board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. David Abernathy, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Abernathy speak?
Dr. Abernathy and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Abernathy treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Abernathy diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Abernathy. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Familial High Cholesterol
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Genetic Disorder
- Familial hypercholesterolemia
- Triglycerides
- FH
- Genetic high cholesterol
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7801: Familial hypercholesterolemia
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- Depression Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
Also known as:
- Pressure Sores
- Bedsores
- Decubitus Ulcers
- Pressure Ulcers
ICD-10 Codes:
- L89324: Pressure ulcer of left buttock, stage 4
- L89893: Pressure ulcer of other site, stage 3
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Other Hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
- Thyroid Gland Underactivity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E038: Other specified hypothyroidism
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Painful Urination
- Urine and Urination
- Dysuria
- Burning when peeing
- Stinging during urination
ICD-10 Codes:
- R300: Dysuria
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Parkinson's Disease without Involuntary Movements
- Parkinson's Disease
- Early Parkinson's', 'Non-dyskinetic Parkinsonism', 'Stable Parkinson's Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G20A1: Parkinson's disease without dyskinesia, without mention of fluctuations
Also known as:
- Age-Related Osteoporosis
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Senile Osteoporosis
- Primary Osteoporosis
- Bone Thinning from Aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- COVID-19 Testing
- Coronavirus Test
- SARS-CoV-2 Test
- COVID Test
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1152: Encounter for screening for COVID-19
Also known as:
- Late-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- Sporadic Alzheimer's', 'Alzheimer's in Older Adults
ICD-10 Codes:
- G301: Alzheimer's disease with late onset
Which procedures does Dr. Abernathy perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. David Abernathy may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Abernathy's office.
Does Dr. Abernathy accept my insurance?
Dr. Abernathy accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (828) 433-0225 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Abernathy accept in Morganton, NC?
Dr. Abernathy in Morganton, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Abernathy's office located?
Dr. David Abernathy's Primary Practice
607 E Parker Rd
Morganton, NC 28655
(828) 433-0225
What is Dr. Abernathy's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Abernathy's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1265497366.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Abernathy?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Abernathy
What is Dr. David Abernathy's specialty?
Dr. Abernathy is a Internist near Morganton, NC.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. Abernathy to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. David Abernathy affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Abernathy is affiliated with Unc Health Blue Ridge which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
Where can I learn more about Internist?
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Is David Abernathy accepting new patients in Morganton, NC?
Yes, Dr. David Abernathy is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. David Abernathy offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Abernathy's office at (828) 433-0225 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with David Abernathy?
Please contact Dr. Abernathy's office at (828) 433-0225 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. David Abernathy have?
Dr. David Abernathy is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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