Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Zhu, Hospitalist in Kennesaw, GA?
Dr. Joanne Zhiwen Zhu, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Kennesaw, GA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Zhu is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Zhu’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Zhu’s office.
Is Dr. Zhu board certified as a Hospitalist?
Yes, Dr. Joanne Zhiwen Zhu, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Zhu speak?
Dr. Zhu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Zhu typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Zhu 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. Zhu. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Zhu typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Joanne Zhiwen Zhu may include:
Please contact Dr. Zhu's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Zhu accept my insurance?
Dr. Zhu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Zhu accept in Kennesaw, GA?
Dr. Zhu in Kennesaw, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Zhu's office located?
Dr. Joanne Zhiwen Zhu's Primary Practice
5150 Stilesboro Rd NW Ste 220
Kennesaw, GA 30152
What is Dr. Zhu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Zhu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1023036944.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Zhu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Zhu
What is Dr. Joanne Zhiwen Zhu's specialty?
Dr. Zhu is a Hospitalist near Kennesaw, GA.
What does a Hospitalist do?
Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.
Is this Dr. Joanne Zhiwen Zhu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Zhu is affiliated with Wellstar Kennestone Regional Medical Center 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
When to see a Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Joanne Zhiwen Zhu accepting new patients in Kennesaw, GA?
Yes, Dr. Joanne Zhiwen Zhu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joanne Zhiwen Zhu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Zhu's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joanne Zhiwen Zhu?
Please contact Dr. Zhu's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Joanne Zhiwen Zhu have?
Dr. Joanne Zhiwen Zhu is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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