27 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hocker, Family Medicine Specialist in Gainesville, GA?
Dr. David Hocker, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Gainesville, GA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 27 years. Dr. Hocker graduated from Indiana University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Medical Center East, Family Medicine; Univ Louisville Sch Of Med, Psychiatry. Dr. Hocker is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hocker’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hocker’s office at (770) 536-1004.
Where did Dr. Hocker go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Medical Center East, Family Medicine; Univ Louisville Sch Of Med, Psychiatry | University of Alabama Hospital Program
Medical School: In Univ Sch of Med, Indianapolis In | Indiana University School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Hocker speak?
Dr. Hocker and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Hocker typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Hocker 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. Hocker. 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:
- 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:
- Strain of Lower Back Muscles, Fascia, and Tendons
- Lower Back Muscle Strain
- Sprains and Strains
- Pulled lower back muscle
- Lumbar muscle strain
- Back tendon strain
- Lower back soft tissue strain
- Back fascia strain
ICD-10 Codes:
- S39012A: Strain of muscle, fascia and tendon of lower back, initial encounter
- S39012D: Strain of muscle, fascia and tendon of lower back, subsequent encounter
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Sinusitis
- Sinus Infection
- Rhinosinusitis
- Acute Sinus Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J0190: Acute sinusitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Hocker typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. David Hocker may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Hocker's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Hocker accept my insurance?
Dr. Hocker accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (770) 536-1004 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hocker accept in Gainesville, GA?
Dr. Hocker in Gainesville, 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
Alliant Health Plans
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Healthgram
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Hocker's office located?
Dr. David Hocker's Primary Practice
1990 Limestone Cir Ste 100
Gainesville, GA 30501
(770) 536-1004
What is Dr. Hocker's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hocker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1992978555.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hocker?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hocker
What is Dr. David Hocker's specialty?
Dr. Hocker is a Family Medicine Specialist near Gainesville, GA.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. David Hocker affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hocker is affiliated with Northeast Georgia Medical Center Gainesville 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 Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is David Hocker accepting new patients in Gainesville, GA?
Yes, Dr. David Hocker is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. David Hocker offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hocker's office at (770) 536-1004 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with David Hocker?
Please contact Dr. Hocker's office at (770) 536-1004 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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