32 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hammers, Clinical Pathologist in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. Yuki Hammers, MD is a Clinical Pathologist, who primarily practices in Atlanta, GA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 32 years. Dr. Hammers completed her residency at Emory Univ Sch Of Med, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology; Med Coll Of Ga Hosp & Cli, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology. Dr. Hammers is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hammers’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hammers’s office at (404) 785-5252.
Where did Dr. Hammers go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Emory Univ Sch Of Med, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology; Med Coll Of Ga Hosp & Cli, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology
Medical School: Med Coll Of Ga Sch Of Med
What languages does Dr. Hammers speak?
Dr. Hammers and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Clinical Pathologist like Dr. Hammers typically treat?
As a Clinical Pathologist, Dr. Hammers 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. Hammers. 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:
- Stomach Inflammation
- Other Stomach Inflammation
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastritis & Gastropathy
- Gastritis
- Inflamed stomach lining
- Stomach lining inflammation
- Other gastritis types
- Various stomach inflammations
- Uncommon gastritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2970: Gastritis, unspecified, without bleeding
- K2960: Other gastritis without bleeding
Also known as:
- Duodenum Inflammation
- Stomach Disorder
- Duodenitis
- Inflamed Duodenum
- Small Intestine Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2980: Duodenitis without bleeding
Also known as:
- Acute Appendicitis
- Appendicitis
- Inflamed Appendix
- Sudden Appendix Inflammation
- Appendicitis Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- K35890: Other acute appendicitis without perforation or gangrene
Also known as:
- Abnormal Cells in Lung Samples
- Atypical Lung Cells
- Lung Cytology Abnormal
- Cell Changes in Respiratory Samples
ICD-10 Codes:
- R846: Abnormal cytological findings in specimens from respiratory organs and thorax
Also known as:
- Eosinophilic Esophagitis
- EoE
- Allergic Esophagitis
- Eosinophilic Inflammation of Esophagus
ICD-10 Codes:
- K200: Eosinophilic esophagitis
Also known as:
- Swollen Lymph Nodes
- Lymphadenopathy
- Swollen Glands
- Enlarged Glands
ICD-10 Codes:
- R599: Enlarged lymph nodes, unspecified
Also known as:
- Enlarged Tonsils
- Tonsil hypertrophy
- Swollen tonsils
- Big tonsils
ICD-10 Codes:
- J351: Hypertrophy of tonsils
What procedures does a Clinical Pathologist like Dr. Hammers typically perform?
As a Clinical Pathologist, procedures performed by Dr. Yuki Hammers may include:
- Ancillary Testing
- Blood Sample
- Blood Smear
- Blood Sugar / Plasma Glucose Test
- Bone Pathology
- Chemical Pathology Consultation
- Chemical Pathology Follow Up
- Electrolyte Test / PH Imbalance
Please contact Dr. Hammers' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Hammers accept my insurance?
Dr. Hammers accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (404) 785-5252 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hammers accept in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. Hammers in Atlanta, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
CareSource
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicaid
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Hammers' office located?
Dr. Yuki Hammers' Primary Practice
1001 Johnson Fy Rd NE
Atlanta, GA 30342
(404) 785-5252
What is Dr. Hammers's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hammers's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1265445787.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hammers?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hammers
What is Dr. Yuki Hammers's specialty?
Dr. Hammers is a Clinical Pathologist near Atlanta, GA.
What does a Clinical Pathologist do?
A pathologist specializes in understanding the causes and nature of diseases, contributing to diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment through laboratory applications of biological, chemical, and physical sciences. They analyze information obtained from microscopic examinations of tissue specimens, cells, and body fluids, as well as clinical laboratory tests on fluids and secretions, to diagnose, exclude, and monitor diseases.
Is this Dr. Yuki Hammers affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hammers is affiliated with Piedmont Eastside Medical Center, Piedmont Walton Hospital, Piedmont Cartersville Medical Center, Piedmont Rockdale Hospital, Piedmont Athens Regional, Union General Hospital - Blairsville, Ga 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 a Clinical Pathologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Yuki Hammers accepting new patients in Atlanta, GA?
Yes, Dr. Yuki Hammers is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Yuki Hammers offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hammers's office at (404) 785-5252 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Yuki Hammers?
Please contact Dr. Hammers's office at (404) 785-5252 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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