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Who is Dr. Townsend, Internist in Athens, GA?
Dr. David Townsend, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Athens, GA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Townsend is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Townsend’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Townsend’s office at (706) 353-8700.
What languages does Dr. Townsend speak?
Dr. Townsend and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Townsend typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Townsend 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. Townsend. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Long-Term Blood Thinner Use
- Blood Thinners
- Chronic anticoagulant therapy
- Ongoing blood thinner treatment
- Anticoagulant medication use
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7901: Long term (current) use of anticoagulants
Also known as:
- Having a Prosthetic Heart Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Artificial heart valve
- Mechanical heart valve
- Bioprosthetic valve
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z952: Presence of prosthetic heart valve
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
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
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Townsend typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Townsend performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Townsend. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Needle Insertion into Muscle
- Dry Needling (1-2 Muscles)
- Muscle Needle Treatment
- Therapeutic Needle Insertion
CPT Codes:
- 20560: Needle insertion(s) without injection(s); 1 or 2 muscle(s)
Does Dr. Townsend accept my insurance?
Dr. Townsend accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (706) 353-8700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Townsend accept in Athens, GA?
Dr. Townsend in Athens, 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
Christian Healthcare Ministries
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Townsend's office located?
What is Dr. Townsend's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Townsend's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1144232281.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Townsend?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Townsend
What is Dr. David Townsend's specialty?
Dr. Townsend is a Internist near Athens, GA.
What does an Internist do?
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.
Is this Dr. David Townsend affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Townsend is affiliated with Piedmont Athens Regional, Piedmont Walton Hospital, St. Mary's Hospital - Athens, Ga, Piedmont Eastside Medical Center, Piedmont Atlanta Hospital, Piedmont Rockdale Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is David Townsend accepting new patients in Athens, GA?
Yes, Dr. David Townsend is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. David Townsend offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Townsend's office at (706) 353-8700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with David Townsend?
Please contact Dr. Townsend's office at (706) 353-8700 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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