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1. Shard Calculation

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Calculated Shard: 27 (from laksa163)

2. Crawled Status Check

Query:

curl -X POST \
  'http://laksa027.int.ahrefs:8124/' \
  -H 'Content-Type: text/plain' \
  -H 'X-ClickHouse-Database: crawler3' \
  -H 'Authorization: Basic YXBpOg==' \
  -d 'SELECT getAhrefsURLFromUnparsed(src_unparsed) AS found_url, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(download_stamp), 0) AS crawl_time, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(props_url_first_seen), 0) AS first_indexed_time, download_http_code AS http_code, src_unparsed AS src_unparsed, src_root_hash AS src_root_hash, history_drop_reason AS history_drop_reason, meta_title AS meta_title, meta_descriptions AS meta_descriptions, attrs_boilerpipe_text AS attrs_boilerpipe_text, attrs_markdown AS attrs_markdown, attrs_readable_markdown AS attrs_readable_markdown, meta_canonical AS meta_canonical FROM crawler3.page_info_local FINAL PREWHERE (src_root_hash, src_unparsed) IN ((getAhrefsRootHashFromUnparsed(getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://www.wakehealth.edu/condition/c/chronic-cough\')), getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://www.wakehealth.edu/condition/c/chronic-cough\'))) FORMAT JSONEachRow'

Response:

{"found_url":"https:\/\/www.wakehealth.edu\/condition\/c\/chronic-cough","crawl_time":1775825386,"first_indexed_time":1646797888,"http_code":200,"src_unparsed":"edu,wakehealth!www,\/condition\/c\/chronic-cough s443","src_root_hash":"390497234352740027","history_drop_reason":null,"meta_title":"Chronic Cough | Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist","meta_descriptions":["At Wake Forest Baptist Health, our primary care physicians work with you to diagnose and treat your chronic cough, and refer you to a specialist when needed."],"attrs_boilerpipe_text":"This chart is a list of the most common health insurance plans we accept. This list is subject to change. Please check your individual plan to confirm their participation and the coverage allowed.\nDue to the different physician groups and hospitals within the Wake Forest Baptist system, physician services and hospital services are billed separately. Please remember that health insurance coverage varies, so some services may not be covered.\nIf you don’t see your plan or you have questions, please call our Customer Service Center at\n877-938-7497\n. We will do our best to work with you and your plan.\nKey\nWFUHS\n- Wake Forest University Health Sciences (professional services)\nNCBH\n- North Carolina Baptist Hospital (Includes Davie)\nLMC\n-\nLexington Medical Center\nCHC\n- Cornerstone Healthcare\nWilkes\n-\nWilkes Regional Medical Center\nHPR\n- High Point Regional\nN\/A\n-\nNot applicable to services provided at facility and\/or CHC\nNC\n-\nNot Contracted, very low to no volume for facility and\/or CHC\nWake Forest Baptist Health Managed Care\/MA Contracts - April 2024\nAETNA CONNECTED NC ACA\/Exchange: \nAccepted at all locations\nAETNA NC PREFERRED+\n: Accepted at all locations\nAETNA (PPO & HMO):\nAccepted at all locations\nAETNA MEDICARE: \nAccepted at all locations\nAETNA WHOLE HEALTH:\n Accepted at all locations\nALIGNMENT HEALTHCARE MEDICARE ADVANTAGE:\n Accepted at all locations\nAMBETTER OF NC:\n \nAccepted at all locations\nAMERIHEALTH CARITAS NEXT ACA\/Exchange:\n \nAccepted at all locations \nBCBSNC (PPO & HMO): \nAccepted at all locations\nBCBS HIGH PERFORMANCE (NATIONAL NETWORK): \nAccepted at all locations\nBLUE LOCAL WITH ATRIUM HEALTH: \nAccepted at all locations\nBLUE MEDICARE: \nAccepted at all locations\nBLUE VALUE: \nAccepted at all locations\nCAROLINA BEHAVIORAL HEALTH:\nAccepted at WFUHS, NCBH and CHC (not applicable to services provided at LMC, Wilkes and High Point)\nCIGNA:\nAccepted at all locations\nCIGNA BEHAVIORAL HEALTH:\nAccepted at WFUHS, NCBH and High Point (not applicable to services provided at LMC, CHC and Wilkes)\nCIGNA HEALTHSPRING MEDICARE ADVANTAGE:\nAccepted at WFUHS, NCBH, LMC, CHC and High Point (not applicable to services provided at Wilkes)\nCIGNA LIFESOURCE (TRANSPLANTS):\nAccepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not applicable to services provided at LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point) \nCRESCENT PPO (ASHEVILLE):\nAccepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)\nDEVOTED HEALTH (MEDICARE ADVANTAGE): \nAccepted at all locations\nDIRECT NET:\nAccepted at WFUHS, NCBH, LMC, Wilkes and High Point (not contracted, very low to no volume for CHC)\nFIRST HEALTH NETWORK:\n Accepted at NCBH, LMC, Wilkes and High Point (not contracted, very low to no volume for WFUHS and CHC)\nFIRSTCAROLINACARE (PINEHURST, NC):\nAccepted at NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for WFUHS, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)\nGATEWAY HEALTH ALLIANCE (VIRGINIA):\n Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point) \nHEALTHGRAM (formerly PRIMARY PHYSICIAN CARE):\nAccepted at WFUHS, NCBH and LMC (not contracted, very low to no volume for CHC, Wilkes and High Point)\nHEALTHTEAM ADVANTAGE:\n Accepted at all locations\nHUMANA CHOICECARE: \nAccepted at all locations\nHUMANA MEDICARE ADVANTAGE:\n Accepted at all locations\nLIBERTY ADVANTAGE (MEDICARE ADVANTAGE):\nAccepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not applicable to services provided at LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)\nMAGELLAN (BEHAVIORAL HEALTH):\nAccepted at WFUHS, NCBH and CHC (not applicable to services provided at LMC, Wilkes and High Point)\nMEDCOST: \nAccepted at all locations\nMEDCOST ULTRA:\nAccepted at WFUHS, NCBH, LMC, Wilkes and High Point (not applicable at CHC)\nPHCS\/MULTIPLAN:\nAccepted at NCBH, CHC, LMC and High Point (not contracted, very low to no volume for WFUHS and Wilkes)\nOPTUMHEALTH (TRANSPLANTS - APPLICABLE TO NCBH\/WFUHS ONLY):\nAccepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not applicable to services provided at LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)\nPREFERRED CARE OF VA INC: \nAccepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)\nSOUTHERN HEALTH SVCS (COVENTRY-PPO ONLY):\nAccepted at WFUHS, NCBH and CHC (not contracted, very low to no volume for LMC, Wilkes and High Point)\nTWIN COUNTY (VIRGINIA):\n Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)\nUNITED BEHAVIORAL HEALTH:\nAccepted at WFUHS, NCBH, CHC and High Point (not applicable to services provided at LMC and Wilkes)\nUNITED BEHAVIORAL HEALTH INTENSIVE OUTPATIENT PROGRAM (WFUHS ONLY):\nAccepted at WFUHS (not applicable for services provided at NCBH, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)\nUNITED HEALTHCARE: \nAccepted at all locations\nUNITED HEALTHCARE ESSENTIALS ACA\/EXCHANGE: \nAccepted at all locations\nUNITED HEALTHCARE MEDICARE:\n Accepted at all locations\nVA CCN:\n Accepted at all locations\nWELLCARE (MEDICARE ADVANTAGE):\n Accepted at all locations\nLMC ONLY:\nContracts specific to support Lexington employer groups, low volume\nNATIONAL PROVIDER NETWORK\/MEDICAL RESOURCES\nCHC ONLY\n: Contracts specific to support CHC\nTRICARE\nKey \nWFUHS\n- Wake Forest University Health Sciences (professional services)\nNCBH\n- North Carolina Baptist Hospital (Includes Davie)\nLMC\n- Lexington Medical Center\nCHC\n- Cornerstone Healthcare\nWilkes\n- Wilkes Regional Medical Center\nHPR\n- High Point Regional\nN\/A\n - Not applicable to services provided at facility and\/or CHC\nNC\n - Not Contracted, very low to no volume for facility and\/or CHC","attrs_markdown":"[Skip navigation](https:\/\/www.wakehealth.edu\/condition\/c\/chronic-cough)\n\n- [Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist](https:\/\/www.wakehealth.edu\/)\n- [School of Medicine](https:\/\/school.wakehealth.edu\/)\n- [Explore Our System](https:\/\/www.wakehealth.edu\/condition\/c\/chronic-cough)\n  - 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The acute coughing that accompanies colds, flu and other upper respiratory infections usually subsides within a week or two without any lasting effect.\n\nChronic cough, however, is defined as a cough that persists longer than 8 weeks in an adult or 4 weeks in a child. Persistent cough is not only a frustrating condition that can have a significant impact on quality of life, but it can also be harmful for your larynx (voice box).\n\n## Chronic Cough Causes\nPossible causes of chronic cough can include:\n\n- Pulmonary disease such as asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)\n- Smoking\n- Allergies\/sinus issues with or without post-nasal drip\n- **[Gastroesophageal reflux (GERD)](https:\/\/www.wakehealth.edu\/condition\/g\/gastroesophageal-reflux-disease)** or **[laryngopharyngeal reflux (LPRD)](https:\/\/www.wakehealth.edu\/condition\/l\/laryngopharyngeal-reflux)**\n- Medication side effects\n- Dehydration\n\nCough can also be triggered by environmental irritants, strong odors\/perfumes, changes in weather\/humidity, exercise or physical exertion, stress, laughing, or even voice use. In some cases, cough can become habitual due to hypersensitivity in the voice box (irritable larynx syndrome).\n\n## Symptoms, Signs, Diagnosis of Chronic Cough\nSymptoms of chronic cough may include\n\n- Dry “hacking” cough\n- Prolonged episodes of coughing that result in shortness of breath\n- “Tickle” or warning sensation in the throat\n- Throat clearing, which may or may not be productive of phlegm\n- Sensation of post nasal drip\n- Hoarseness or other voice changes\n\nDiagnosis of chronic cough may require evaluation with several specialized medical providers. Chronic cough is not a disease; it’s a symptom. In order to stop the cough, we have to determine the cause.\n\nA primary care physician is your best resource to begin an evaluation and to coordinate a multidisciplinary treatment plan. Your physician will take a methodical approach in investigating the cause of a chronic cough. The evaluation will include a physical examination and a review of your medical history, family history and personal habits, plus any potential environmental factors.\n\nIn the majority of cases, this process enables doctors to determine the reason for your nagging cough. Depending on your circumstances and symptoms, you may benefit from additional diagnostic procedures, including:\n\n- Imaging of the chest, sinuses, or esophagus\n- Gastroenterology work-up\n- Allergy testing\n- Lung function testing\n- **[Flexible laryngoscopy](https:\/\/www.wakehealth.edu\/diagnostic-tools\/laryngoscopy)**\n- **[Laryngeal control evaluation](https:\/\/www.wakehealth.edu\/diagnostic-tools\/laryngeal-control-evaluation)**\n## Chronic Cough Treatment\nTreatments for chronic cough vary based on multiple potential etiologies of cough and are unique to each patient. Treatments range from **[laryngeal control therapy](https:\/\/www.wakehealth.edu\/treatment\/l\/laryngeal-control-therapy)** targeting behavioral modifications to address cough, trials of corticosteroids, decongestants, acid blockers, antihistamines, and medications or injections for neuropathic disorders that can help reduce the frequency and severity of cough.\n\nTreating a chronic cough may involve specialists from one or more of many areas of medicine including [**allergy and immunology**](https:\/\/www.wakehealth.edu\/specialty\/a\/allergy-and-immunology), [**ENT**](https:\/\/www.wakehealth.edu\/specialty\/e\/ent), [**pulmonology**](https:\/\/www.wakehealth.edu\/specialty\/p\/pulmonology), [**gastroenterology**](https:\/\/www.wakehealth.edu\/specialty\/d\/digestive-health-center), [**cardiology**](https:\/\/www.wakehealth.edu\/specialty\/c\/cardiology) and **[speech-language pathology](https:\/\/www.wakehealth.edu\/specialty\/s\/speech-language-pathology)**. Through multidisciplinary evaluation and treatment, patients are often able to find effective therapies for virtually all of the underlying causes of a chronic cough.\n\n### Need a Primary Care Provider?\nLet us help you find one close to you.\n\n[Find a Primary Care Provider](https:\/\/www.wakehealth.edu\/providers\/Primary-care \"Find a Primary Care Provider\")\n\n## Care and Treatment\n- [Treatments](https:\/\/www.wakehealth.edu\/condition\/c\/chronic-cough#ct-2)\n- [Diagnostic Tools](https:\/\/www.wakehealth.edu\/condition\/c\/chronic-cough#ct-4)\n\n[Laryngeal Control Therapy](https:\/\/www.wakehealth.edu\/treatment\/l\/laryngeal-control-therapy)\n\n[Speech-Language Pathology](https:\/\/www.wakehealth.edu\/specialty\/s\/speech-language-pathology)\n\n[Flexible Laryngoscopy](https:\/\/www.wakehealth.edu\/diagnostic-tools\/laryngoscopy)\n\n[Laryngeal Control Evaluation](https:\/\/www.wakehealth.edu\/diagnostic-tools\/laryngeal-control-evaluation)\n## Providers\n***\n## Insurance\n### [Insurance Accepted](https:\/\/www.wakehealth.edu\/condition\/c\/chronic-cough#acc)\nThis chart is a list of the most common health insurance plans we accept. This list is subject to change. Please check your individual plan to confirm their participation and the coverage allowed.  \n   \n Due to the different physician groups and hospitals within the Wake Forest Baptist system, physician services and hospital services are billed separately. Please remember that health insurance coverage varies, so some services may not be covered.  \n   \n If you don’t see your plan or you have questions, please call our Customer Service Center at [877-938-7497](tel:877-938-7497 \"877-938-7497\"). We will do our best to work with you and your plan.\n***\n### Key\n**WFUHS** \\- Wake Forest University Health Sciences (professional services) **NCBH** \\- North Carolina Baptist Hospital (Includes Davie) **LMC** \\-Lexington Medical Center **CHC** \\- Cornerstone Healthcare **Wilkes** \\-Wilkes Regional Medical Center **HPR**\\- High Point Regional **N\/A** \\-Not applicable to services provided at facility and\/or CHC **NC** \\-Not Contracted, very low to no volume for facility and\/or CHC\n***\n### Wake Forest Baptist Health Managed Care\/MA Contracts - April 2024\n****AETNA CONNECTED NC ACA\/Exchange:**** Accepted at all locations\n\n**AETNA NC PREFERRED+**: Accepted at all locations\n\n**AETNA (PPO & HMO):** Accepted at all locations\n\n**AETNA MEDICARE:** Accepted at all locations\n\n**AETNA WHOLE HEALTH:** Accepted at all locations\n\n**ALIGNMENT HEALTHCARE MEDICARE ADVANTAGE:** Accepted at all locations\n\n****AMBETTER OF NC:**** Accepted at all locations\n\n****AMERIHEALTH CARITAS NEXT ACA\/Exchange:**** Accepted at all locations\n\n**BCBSNC (PPO & HMO):** Accepted at all locations\n\n**BCBS HIGH PERFORMANCE (NATIONAL NETWORK):** Accepted at all locations\n\n**BLUE LOCAL WITH ATRIUM HEALTH:** Accepted at all locations\n\n**BLUE MEDICARE:** Accepted at all locations\n\n**BLUE VALUE:** Accepted at all locations\n\n**CAROLINA BEHAVIORAL HEALTH:** Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH and CHC (not applicable to services provided at LMC, Wilkes and High Point)\n\n**CIGNA:** Accepted at all locations\n\n**CIGNA BEHAVIORAL HEALTH:** Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH and High Point (not applicable to services provided at LMC, CHC and Wilkes)\n\n**CIGNA HEALTHSPRING MEDICARE ADVANTAGE:** Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, LMC, CHC and High Point (not applicable to services provided at Wilkes)\n\n**CIGNA LIFESOURCE (TRANSPLANTS):** Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not applicable to services provided at LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)\n\n**CRESCENT PPO (ASHEVILLE):** Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)\n\n****DEVOTED HEALTH (MEDICARE ADVANTAGE):**** Accepted at all locations **DIRECT NET:** Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, LMC, Wilkes and High Point (not contracted, very low to no volume for CHC)\n\n**FIRST HEALTH NETWORK:** Accepted at NCBH, LMC, Wilkes and High Point (not contracted, very low to no volume for WFUHS and CHC)\n\n**FIRSTCAROLINACARE (PINEHURST, NC):** Accepted at NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for WFUHS, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)\n\n**GATEWAY HEALTH ALLIANCE (VIRGINIA):** Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)\n\n**HEALTHGRAM (formerly PRIMARY PHYSICIAN CARE):** Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH and LMC (not contracted, very low to no volume for CHC, Wilkes and High Point)\n\n**HEALTHTEAM ADVANTAGE:** Accepted at all locations\n\n**HUMANA CHOICECARE:** Accepted at all locations\n\n**HUMANA MEDICARE ADVANTAGE:** Accepted at all locations\n\n**LIBERTY ADVANTAGE (MEDICARE ADVANTAGE):** Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not applicable to services provided at LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)\n\n**MAGELLAN (BEHAVIORAL HEALTH):** Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH and CHC (not applicable to services provided at LMC, Wilkes and High Point)\n\n**MEDCOST:** Accepted at all locations\n\n**MEDCOST ULTRA:** Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, LMC, Wilkes and High Point (not applicable at CHC)\n\n**PHCS\/MULTIPLAN:** Accepted at NCBH, CHC, LMC and High Point (not contracted, very low to no volume for WFUHS and Wilkes)\n\n**OPTUMHEALTH (TRANSPLANTS - APPLICABLE TO NCBH\/WFUHS ONLY):** Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not applicable to services provided at LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)\n\n**PREFERRED CARE OF VA INC:** Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)\n\n**SOUTHERN HEALTH SVCS (COVENTRY-PPO ONLY):** Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH and CHC (not contracted, very low to no volume for LMC, Wilkes and High Point)\n\n**TWIN COUNTY (VIRGINIA):** Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)\n\n**UNITED BEHAVIORAL HEALTH:** Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, CHC and High Point (not applicable to services provided at LMC and Wilkes)\n\n**UNITED BEHAVIORAL HEALTH INTENSIVE OUTPATIENT PROGRAM (WFUHS ONLY):** Accepted at WFUHS (not applicable for services provided at NCBH, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)\n\n**UNITED HEALTHCARE:** Accepted at all locations\n\n**UNITED HEALTHCARE ESSENTIALS ACA\/EXCHANGE:** Accepted at all locations\n\n**UNITED HEALTHCARE MEDICARE:** Accepted at all locations\n\n**VA CCN:** Accepted at all locations\n\n**WELLCARE (MEDICARE ADVANTAGE):** Accepted at all locations\n\n**LMC ONLY:** Contracts specific to support Lexington employer groups, low volume  \n NATIONAL PROVIDER NETWORK\/MEDICAL RESOURCES\n\n**CHC ONLY**: Contracts specific to support CHC  \n TRICARE\n***\n**Key**\n\n**WFUHS** - Wake Forest University Health Sciences (professional services)  \n **NCBH** - North Carolina Baptist Hospital (Includes Davie)  \n **LMC** - Lexington Medical Center  \n **CHC** - Cornerstone Healthcare  \n **Wilkes** - Wilkes Regional Medical Center  \n **HPR**\\- High Point Regional  \n **N\/A** - Not applicable to services provided at facility and\/or CHC  \n **NC** - Not Contracted, very low to no volume for facility and\/or CHC\n\n***\n## Referring Physicians\nAt Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist, we understand the importance of referrals. 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We will do our best to work with you and your plan.\n***\n### Key\n**WFUHS** \\- Wake Forest University Health Sciences (professional services) **NCBH** \\- North Carolina Baptist Hospital (Includes Davie) **LMC** \\-Lexington Medical Center **CHC** \\- Cornerstone Healthcare **Wilkes** \\-Wilkes Regional Medical Center **HPR**\\- High Point Regional **N\/A** \\-Not applicable to services provided at facility and\/or CHC **NC** \\-Not Contracted, very low to no volume for facility and\/or CHC\n***\n### Wake Forest Baptist Health Managed Care\/MA Contracts - April 2024\n****AETNA CONNECTED NC ACA\/Exchange:**** Accepted at all locations\n\n**AETNA NC PREFERRED+**: Accepted at all locations\n\n**AETNA (PPO & HMO):** Accepted at all locations\n\n**AETNA MEDICARE:** Accepted at all locations\n\n**AETNA WHOLE HEALTH:** Accepted at all locations\n\n**ALIGNMENT HEALTHCARE MEDICARE ADVANTAGE:** Accepted at all locations\n\n****AMBETTER OF NC:**** Accepted at all locations\n\n****AMERIHEALTH CARITAS NEXT ACA\/Exchange:**** Accepted at all locations\n\n**BCBSNC (PPO & HMO):** Accepted at all locations\n\n**BCBS HIGH PERFORMANCE (NATIONAL NETWORK):** Accepted at all locations\n\n**BLUE LOCAL WITH ATRIUM HEALTH:** Accepted at all locations\n\n**BLUE MEDICARE:** Accepted at all locations\n\n**BLUE VALUE:** Accepted at all locations\n\n**CAROLINA BEHAVIORAL HEALTH:** Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH and CHC (not applicable to services provided at LMC, Wilkes and High Point)\n\n**CIGNA:** Accepted at all locations\n\n**CIGNA BEHAVIORAL HEALTH:** Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH and High Point (not applicable to services provided at LMC, CHC and Wilkes)\n\n**CIGNA HEALTHSPRING MEDICARE ADVANTAGE:** Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, LMC, CHC and High Point (not applicable to services provided at Wilkes)\n\n**CIGNA LIFESOURCE (TRANSPLANTS):** Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not applicable to services provided at LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)\n\n**CRESCENT PPO (ASHEVILLE):** Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)\n\n****DEVOTED HEALTH (MEDICARE ADVANTAGE):**** Accepted at all locations**DIRECT NET:** Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, LMC, Wilkes and High Point (not contracted, very low to no volume for CHC)\n\n**FIRST HEALTH NETWORK:** Accepted at NCBH, LMC, Wilkes and High Point (not contracted, very low to no volume for WFUHS and CHC)\n\n**FIRSTCAROLINACARE (PINEHURST, NC):** Accepted at NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for WFUHS, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)\n\n**GATEWAY HEALTH ALLIANCE (VIRGINIA):** Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)\n\n**HEALTHGRAM (formerly PRIMARY PHYSICIAN CARE):** Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH and LMC (not contracted, very low to no volume for CHC, Wilkes and High Point)\n\n**HEALTHTEAM ADVANTAGE:** Accepted at all locations\n\n**HUMANA CHOICECARE:** Accepted at all locations\n\n**HUMANA MEDICARE ADVANTAGE:** Accepted at all locations\n\n**LIBERTY ADVANTAGE (MEDICARE ADVANTAGE):** Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not applicable to services provided at LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)\n\n**MAGELLAN (BEHAVIORAL HEALTH):** Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH and CHC (not applicable to services provided at LMC, Wilkes and High Point)\n\n**MEDCOST:** Accepted at all locations\n\n**MEDCOST ULTRA:** Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, LMC, Wilkes and High Point (not applicable at CHC)\n\n**PHCS\/MULTIPLAN:** Accepted at NCBH, CHC, LMC and High Point (not contracted, very low to no volume for WFUHS and Wilkes)\n\n**OPTUMHEALTH (TRANSPLANTS - 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Boilerpipe Text	This chart is a list of the most common health insurance plans we accept. This list is subject to change. Please check your individual plan to confirm their participation and the coverage allowed. Due to the different physician groups and hospitals within the Wake Forest Baptist system, physician services and hospital services are billed separately. Please remember that health insurance coverage varies, so some services may not be covered. If you don’t see your plan or you have questions, please call our Customer Service Center at 877-938-7497 . We will do our best to work with you and your plan. Key WFUHS - Wake Forest University Health Sciences (professional services) NCBH - North Carolina Baptist Hospital (Includes Davie) LMC - Lexington Medical Center CHC - Cornerstone Healthcare Wilkes - Wilkes Regional Medical Center HPR - High Point Regional N/A - Not applicable to services provided at facility and/or CHC NC - Not Contracted, very low to no volume for facility and/or CHC Wake Forest Baptist Health Managed Care/MA Contracts - April 2024 AETNA CONNECTED NC ACA/Exchange: Accepted at all locations AETNA NC PREFERRED+ : Accepted at all locations AETNA (PPO & HMO): Accepted at all locations AETNA MEDICARE: Accepted at all locations AETNA WHOLE HEALTH: Accepted at all locations ALIGNMENT HEALTHCARE MEDICARE ADVANTAGE: Accepted at all locations AMBETTER OF NC: Accepted at all locations AMERIHEALTH CARITAS NEXT ACA/Exchange: Accepted at all locations BCBSNC (PPO & HMO): Accepted at all locations BCBS HIGH PERFORMANCE (NATIONAL NETWORK): Accepted at all locations BLUE LOCAL WITH ATRIUM HEALTH: Accepted at all locations BLUE MEDICARE: Accepted at all locations BLUE VALUE: Accepted at all locations CAROLINA BEHAVIORAL HEALTH: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH and CHC (not applicable to services provided at LMC, Wilkes and High Point) CIGNA: Accepted at all locations CIGNA BEHAVIORAL HEALTH: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH and High Point (not applicable to services provided at LMC, CHC and Wilkes) CIGNA HEALTHSPRING MEDICARE ADVANTAGE: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, LMC, CHC and High Point (not applicable to services provided at Wilkes) CIGNA LIFESOURCE (TRANSPLANTS): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not applicable to services provided at LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point) CRESCENT PPO (ASHEVILLE): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point) DEVOTED HEALTH (MEDICARE ADVANTAGE): Accepted at all locations DIRECT NET: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, LMC, Wilkes and High Point (not contracted, very low to no volume for CHC) FIRST HEALTH NETWORK: Accepted at NCBH, LMC, Wilkes and High Point (not contracted, very low to no volume for WFUHS and CHC) FIRSTCAROLINACARE (PINEHURST, NC): Accepted at NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for WFUHS, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point) GATEWAY HEALTH ALLIANCE (VIRGINIA): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point) HEALTHGRAM (formerly PRIMARY PHYSICIAN CARE): Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH and LMC (not contracted, very low to no volume for CHC, Wilkes and High Point) HEALTHTEAM ADVANTAGE: Accepted at all locations HUMANA CHOICECARE: Accepted at all locations HUMANA MEDICARE ADVANTAGE: Accepted at all locations LIBERTY ADVANTAGE (MEDICARE ADVANTAGE): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not applicable to services provided at LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point) MAGELLAN (BEHAVIORAL HEALTH): Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH and CHC (not applicable to services provided at LMC, Wilkes and High Point) MEDCOST: Accepted at all locations MEDCOST ULTRA: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, LMC, Wilkes and High Point (not applicable at CHC) PHCS/MULTIPLAN: Accepted at NCBH, CHC, LMC and High Point (not contracted, very low to no volume for WFUHS and Wilkes) OPTUMHEALTH (TRANSPLANTS - APPLICABLE TO NCBH/WFUHS ONLY): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not applicable to services provided at LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point) PREFERRED CARE OF VA INC: Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point) SOUTHERN HEALTH SVCS (COVENTRY-PPO ONLY): Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH and CHC (not contracted, very low to no volume for LMC, Wilkes and High Point) TWIN COUNTY (VIRGINIA): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point) UNITED BEHAVIORAL HEALTH: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, CHC and High Point (not applicable to services provided at LMC and Wilkes) UNITED BEHAVIORAL HEALTH INTENSIVE OUTPATIENT PROGRAM (WFUHS ONLY): Accepted at WFUHS (not applicable for services provided at NCBH, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point) UNITED HEALTHCARE: Accepted at all locations UNITED HEALTHCARE ESSENTIALS ACA/EXCHANGE: Accepted at all locations UNITED HEALTHCARE MEDICARE: Accepted at all locations VA CCN: Accepted at all locations WELLCARE (MEDICARE ADVANTAGE): Accepted at all locations LMC ONLY: Contracts specific to support Lexington employer groups, low volume NATIONAL PROVIDER NETWORK/MEDICAL RESOURCES CHC ONLY : Contracts specific to support CHC TRICARE Key WFUHS - Wake Forest University Health Sciences (professional services) NCBH - North Carolina Baptist Hospital (Includes Davie) LMC - Lexington Medical Center CHC - Cornerstone Healthcare Wilkes - Wilkes Regional Medical Center HPR - High Point Regional N/A - Not applicable to services provided at facility and/or CHC NC - Not Contracted, very low to no volume for facility and/or CHC
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[Request an Appointment](https://www.wakehealth.edu/appointments "Request an Appointment") [Skip Jump Links](https://www.wakehealth.edu/condition/c/chronic-cough#skip-jump-links) An occasional cough, whether intentional or involuntary, is a natural reflex that can be normal and beneficial in preventing infection by clearing the throat of irritants. The acute coughing that accompanies colds, flu and other upper respiratory infections usually subsides within a week or two without any lasting effect. Chronic cough, however, is defined as a cough that persists longer than 8 weeks in an adult or 4 weeks in a child. Persistent cough is not only a frustrating condition that can have a significant impact on quality of life, but it can also be harmful for your larynx (voice box). ## Chronic Cough Causes Possible causes of chronic cough can include: - Pulmonary disease such as asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) - Smoking - Allergies/sinus issues with or without post-nasal drip - [Gastroesophageal reflux (GERD)](https://www.wakehealth.edu/condition/g/gastroesophageal-reflux-disease) or [laryngopharyngeal reflux (LPRD)](https://www.wakehealth.edu/condition/l/laryngopharyngeal-reflux) - Medication side effects - Dehydration Cough can also be triggered by environmental irritants, strong odors/perfumes, changes in weather/humidity, exercise or physical exertion, stress, laughing, or even voice use. In some cases, cough can become habitual due to hypersensitivity in the voice box (irritable larynx syndrome). ## Symptoms, Signs, Diagnosis of Chronic Cough Symptoms of chronic cough may include - Dry “hacking” cough - Prolonged episodes of coughing that result in shortness of breath - “Tickle” or warning sensation in the throat - Throat clearing, which may or may not be productive of phlegm - Sensation of post nasal drip - Hoarseness or other voice changes Diagnosis of chronic cough may require evaluation with several specialized medical providers. Chronic cough is not a disease; it’s a symptom. In order to stop the cough, we have to determine the cause. A primary care physician is your best resource to begin an evaluation and to coordinate a multidisciplinary treatment plan. Your physician will take a methodical approach in investigating the cause of a chronic cough. The evaluation will include a physical examination and a review of your medical history, family history and personal habits, plus any potential environmental factors. In the majority of cases, this process enables doctors to determine the reason for your nagging cough. Depending on your circumstances and symptoms, you may benefit from additional diagnostic procedures, including: - Imaging of the chest, sinuses, or esophagus - Gastroenterology work-up - Allergy testing - Lung function testing - [Flexible laryngoscopy](https://www.wakehealth.edu/diagnostic-tools/laryngoscopy) - [Laryngeal control evaluation](https://www.wakehealth.edu/diagnostic-tools/laryngeal-control-evaluation) ## Chronic Cough Treatment Treatments for chronic cough vary based on multiple potential etiologies of cough and are unique to each patient. Treatments range from [laryngeal control therapy](https://www.wakehealth.edu/treatment/l/laryngeal-control-therapy) targeting behavioral modifications to address cough, trials of corticosteroids, decongestants, acid blockers, antihistamines, and medications or injections for neuropathic disorders that can help reduce the frequency and severity of cough. Treating a chronic cough may involve specialists from one or more of many areas of medicine including [allergy and immunology](https://www.wakehealth.edu/specialty/a/allergy-and-immunology), [ENT](https://www.wakehealth.edu/specialty/e/ent), [pulmonology](https://www.wakehealth.edu/specialty/p/pulmonology), [gastroenterology](https://www.wakehealth.edu/specialty/d/digestive-health-center), [cardiology](https://www.wakehealth.edu/specialty/c/cardiology) and [speech-language pathology](https://www.wakehealth.edu/specialty/s/speech-language-pathology). Through multidisciplinary evaluation and treatment, patients are often able to find effective therapies for virtually all of the underlying causes of a chronic cough. ### Need a Primary Care Provider? Let us help you find one close to you. [Find a Primary Care Provider](https://www.wakehealth.edu/providers/Primary-care "Find a Primary Care Provider") ## Care and Treatment - [Treatments](https://www.wakehealth.edu/condition/c/chronic-cough#ct-2) - [Diagnostic Tools](https://www.wakehealth.edu/condition/c/chronic-cough#ct-4) [Laryngeal Control Therapy](https://www.wakehealth.edu/treatment/l/laryngeal-control-therapy) [Speech-Language Pathology](https://www.wakehealth.edu/specialty/s/speech-language-pathology) [Flexible Laryngoscopy](https://www.wakehealth.edu/diagnostic-tools/laryngoscopy) [Laryngeal Control Evaluation](https://www.wakehealth.edu/diagnostic-tools/laryngeal-control-evaluation) ## Providers * ## Insurance ### [Insurance Accepted](https://www.wakehealth.edu/condition/c/chronic-cough#acc) This chart is a list of the most common health insurance plans we accept. This list is subject to change. Please check your individual plan to confirm their participation and the coverage allowed. Due to the different physician groups and hospitals within the Wake Forest Baptist system, physician services and hospital services are billed separately. Please remember that health insurance coverage varies, so some services may not be covered. If you don’t see your plan or you have questions, please call our Customer Service Center at [877-938-7497](tel:877-938-7497 "877-938-7497"). We will do our best to work with you and your plan. * ### Key WFUHS \- Wake Forest University Health Sciences (professional services) NCBH \- North Carolina Baptist Hospital (Includes Davie) LMC \-Lexington Medical Center CHC \- Cornerstone Healthcare Wilkes \-Wilkes Regional Medical Center HPR\- High Point Regional N/A \-Not applicable to services provided at facility and/or CHC NC \-Not Contracted, very low to no volume for facility and/or CHC * ### Wake Forest Baptist Health Managed Care/MA Contracts - April 2024 AETNA CONNECTED NC ACA/Exchange: Accepted at all locations AETNA NC PREFERRED+: Accepted at all locations AETNA (PPO & HMO): Accepted at all locations AETNA MEDICARE: Accepted at all locations AETNA WHOLE HEALTH: Accepted at all locations ALIGNMENT HEALTHCARE MEDICARE ADVANTAGE: Accepted at all locations AMBETTER OF NC: Accepted at all locations AMERIHEALTH CARITAS NEXT ACA/Exchange: Accepted at all locations BCBSNC (PPO & HMO): Accepted at all locations BCBS HIGH PERFORMANCE (NATIONAL NETWORK): Accepted at all locations BLUE LOCAL WITH ATRIUM HEALTH: Accepted at all locations BLUE MEDICARE: Accepted at all locations BLUE VALUE: Accepted at all locations CAROLINA BEHAVIORAL HEALTH: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH and CHC (not applicable to services provided at LMC, Wilkes and High Point) CIGNA: Accepted at all locations CIGNA BEHAVIORAL HEALTH: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH and High Point (not applicable to services provided at LMC, CHC and Wilkes) CIGNA HEALTHSPRING MEDICARE ADVANTAGE: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, LMC, CHC and High Point (not applicable to services provided at Wilkes) CIGNA LIFESOURCE (TRANSPLANTS): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not applicable to services provided at LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point) CRESCENT PPO (ASHEVILLE): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point) DEVOTED HEALTH (MEDICARE ADVANTAGE): Accepted at all locations DIRECT NET: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, LMC, Wilkes and High Point (not contracted, very low to no volume for CHC) FIRST HEALTH NETWORK: Accepted at NCBH, LMC, Wilkes and High Point (not contracted, very low to no volume for WFUHS and CHC) FIRSTCAROLINACARE (PINEHURST, NC): Accepted at NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for WFUHS, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point) GATEWAY HEALTH ALLIANCE (VIRGINIA): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point) HEALTHGRAM (formerly PRIMARY PHYSICIAN CARE): Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH and LMC (not contracted, very low to no volume for CHC, Wilkes and High Point) HEALTHTEAM ADVANTAGE: Accepted at all locations HUMANA CHOICECARE: Accepted at all locations HUMANA MEDICARE ADVANTAGE: Accepted at all locations LIBERTY ADVANTAGE (MEDICARE ADVANTAGE): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not applicable to services provided at LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point) MAGELLAN (BEHAVIORAL HEALTH): Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH and CHC (not applicable to services provided at LMC, Wilkes and High Point) MEDCOST: Accepted at all locations MEDCOST ULTRA: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, LMC, Wilkes and High Point (not applicable at CHC) PHCS/MULTIPLAN: Accepted at NCBH, CHC, LMC and High Point (not contracted, very low to no volume for WFUHS and Wilkes) OPTUMHEALTH (TRANSPLANTS - APPLICABLE TO NCBH/WFUHS ONLY): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not applicable to services provided at LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point) PREFERRED CARE OF VA INC: Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point) SOUTHERN HEALTH SVCS (COVENTRY-PPO ONLY): Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH and CHC (not contracted, very low to no volume for LMC, Wilkes and High Point) TWIN COUNTY (VIRGINIA): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point) UNITED BEHAVIORAL HEALTH: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, CHC and High Point (not applicable to services provided at LMC and Wilkes) UNITED BEHAVIORAL HEALTH INTENSIVE OUTPATIENT PROGRAM (WFUHS ONLY): Accepted at WFUHS (not applicable for services provided at NCBH, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point) UNITED HEALTHCARE: Accepted at all locations UNITED HEALTHCARE ESSENTIALS ACA/EXCHANGE: Accepted at all locations UNITED HEALTHCARE MEDICARE: Accepted at all locations VA CCN: Accepted at all locations WELLCARE (MEDICARE ADVANTAGE): Accepted at all locations LMC ONLY: Contracts specific to support Lexington employer groups, low volume NATIONAL PROVIDER NETWORK/MEDICAL RESOURCES CHC ONLY: Contracts specific to support CHC TRICARE * Key WFUHS - Wake Forest University Health Sciences (professional services) NCBH - North Carolina Baptist Hospital (Includes Davie) LMC - Lexington Medical Center CHC - Cornerstone Healthcare Wilkes - Wilkes Regional Medical Center HPR\- High Point Regional N/A - Not applicable to services provided at facility and/or CHC NC - Not Contracted, very low to no volume for facility and/or CHC * ## Referring Physicians At Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist, we understand the importance of referrals. 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Readable Markdown	This chart is a list of the most common health insurance plans we accept. This list is subject to change. Please check your individual plan to confirm their participation and the coverage allowed. Due to the different physician groups and hospitals within the Wake Forest Baptist system, physician services and hospital services are billed separately. Please remember that health insurance coverage varies, so some services may not be covered. If you don’t see your plan or you have questions, please call our Customer Service Center at [877-938-7497](tel:877-938-7497 "877-938-7497"). We will do our best to work with you and your plan. * ### Key WFUHS \- Wake Forest University Health Sciences (professional services) NCBH \- North Carolina Baptist Hospital (Includes Davie) LMC \-Lexington Medical Center CHC \- Cornerstone Healthcare Wilkes \-Wilkes Regional Medical Center HPR\- High Point Regional N/A \-Not applicable to services provided at facility and/or CHC NC \-Not Contracted, very low to no volume for facility and/or CHC * ### Wake Forest Baptist Health Managed Care/MA Contracts - April 2024 **AETNA CONNECTED NC ACA/Exchange: Accepted at all locations AETNA NC PREFERRED+: Accepted at all locations AETNA (PPO & HMO): Accepted at all locations AETNA MEDICARE: Accepted at all locations AETNA WHOLE HEALTH: Accepted at all locations ALIGNMENT HEALTHCARE MEDICARE ADVANTAGE: Accepted at all locations AMBETTER OF NC: Accepted at all locations AMERIHEALTH CARITAS NEXT ACA/Exchange: Accepted at all locations BCBSNC (PPO & HMO): Accepted at all locations BCBS HIGH PERFORMANCE (NATIONAL NETWORK): Accepted at all locations BLUE LOCAL WITH ATRIUM HEALTH: Accepted at all locations BLUE MEDICARE: Accepted at all locations BLUE VALUE: Accepted at all locations CAROLINA BEHAVIORAL HEALTH: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH and CHC (not applicable to services provided at LMC, Wilkes and High Point) CIGNA: Accepted at all locations CIGNA BEHAVIORAL HEALTH: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH and High Point (not applicable to services provided at LMC, CHC and Wilkes) CIGNA HEALTHSPRING MEDICARE ADVANTAGE: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, LMC, CHC and High Point (not applicable to services provided at Wilkes) CIGNA LIFESOURCE (TRANSPLANTS): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not applicable to services provided at LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point) CRESCENT PPO (ASHEVILLE): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point) DEVOTED HEALTH (MEDICARE ADVANTAGE): Accepted at all locationsDIRECT NET: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, LMC, Wilkes and High Point (not contracted, very low to no volume for CHC) FIRST HEALTH NETWORK: Accepted at NCBH, LMC, Wilkes and High Point (not contracted, very low to no volume for WFUHS and CHC) FIRSTCAROLINACARE (PINEHURST, NC): Accepted at NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for WFUHS, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point) GATEWAY HEALTH ALLIANCE (VIRGINIA): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point) HEALTHGRAM (formerly PRIMARY PHYSICIAN CARE): Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH and LMC (not contracted, very low to no volume for CHC, Wilkes and High Point) HEALTHTEAM ADVANTAGE: Accepted at all locations HUMANA CHOICECARE: Accepted at all locations HUMANA MEDICARE ADVANTAGE: Accepted at all locations LIBERTY ADVANTAGE (MEDICARE ADVANTAGE): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not applicable to services provided at LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point) MAGELLAN (BEHAVIORAL HEALTH): Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH and CHC (not applicable to services provided at LMC, Wilkes and High Point) MEDCOST: Accepted at all locations MEDCOST ULTRA: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, LMC, Wilkes and High Point (not applicable at CHC) PHCS/MULTIPLAN: Accepted at NCBH, CHC, LMC and High Point (not contracted, very low to no volume for WFUHS and Wilkes) OPTUMHEALTH (TRANSPLANTS - APPLICABLE TO NCBH/WFUHS ONLY): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not applicable to services provided at LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point) PREFERRED CARE OF VA INC: Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point) SOUTHERN HEALTH SVCS (COVENTRY-PPO ONLY): Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH and CHC (not contracted, very low to no volume for LMC, Wilkes and High Point) TWIN COUNTY (VIRGINIA): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point) UNITED BEHAVIORAL HEALTH: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, CHC and High Point (not applicable to services provided at LMC and Wilkes) UNITED BEHAVIORAL HEALTH INTENSIVE OUTPATIENT PROGRAM (WFUHS ONLY): Accepted at WFUHS (not applicable for services provided at NCBH, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point) UNITED HEALTHCARE: Accepted at all locations UNITED HEALTHCARE ESSENTIALS ACA/EXCHANGE: Accepted at all locations UNITED HEALTHCARE MEDICARE: Accepted at all locations VA CCN: Accepted at all locations WELLCARE (MEDICARE ADVANTAGE): Accepted at all locations LMC ONLY: Contracts specific to support Lexington employer groups, low volume NATIONAL PROVIDER NETWORK/MEDICAL RESOURCES CHC ONLY: Contracts specific to support CHC TRICARE * Key WFUHS - Wake Forest University Health Sciences (professional services) NCBH - North Carolina Baptist Hospital (Includes Davie) LMC - Lexington Medical Center CHC - Cornerstone Healthcare Wilkes - Wilkes Regional Medical Center HPR\- High Point Regional N/A - Not applicable to services provided at facility and/or CHC NC - Not Contracted, very low to no volume for facility and/or CHC
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