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Dr. Lewis Earnest, MD

Athens, GA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Earnest, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Athens, GA?

    Dr. Lewis Earnest, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Athens, GA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine. Dr. Earnest is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Earnest’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Earnest’s office at (706) 389-3000.

    Is Dr. Earnest board certified in Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Lewis Earnest, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Earnest speak?

    Dr. Earnest and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Earnest treat?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Earnest 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. Earnest. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Neck Muscle Strain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Sprains and Strains
    • Pulled neck muscle
    • Cervical strain
    • Neck soft tissue strain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S161XXA: Strain of muscle, fascia and tendon at neck level, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting
    • Throwing up
    • Emesis
    • Puking

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
    • R1110: Vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Bladder Inflammation
    • Bladder Disease
    • Cystitis
    • Bladder Infection
    • Painful Bladder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N3090: Cystitis, unspecified without hematuria

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Neck Pain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Pain
    • Sore Neck
    • Neck Ache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Loss of strength
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    Also known as:

    • Strain of Lower Back Muscles, Fascia, and Tendons
    • Sprains and Strains
    • Pulled lower back muscle
    • Lumbar muscle strain
    • Back tendon strain
    • Lower back soft tissue strain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S39012A: Strain of muscle, fascia and tendon of lower back, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • General Anxiety
    • Anxiety Problems
    • Nervous Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Suicidal Thoughts
    • Suicide
    • Suicidal ideation
    • Thoughts of ending life
    • Self-harm thoughts

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R45851: Suicidal ideations

    Also known as:

    • Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
    • Digestive Disease
    • Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
    • Non-Bacterial Colitis
    • Gut Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Widespread Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • General stomach pain
    • Overall belly pain
    • Diffuse abdominal pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1084: Generalized abdominal pain

    Which procedures does Dr. Earnest perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Lewis Earnest may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Earnest's office.

    Does Dr. Earnest accept my insurance?

    Dr. Earnest accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (706) 389-3000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Earnest accept in Athens, GA?

    Dr. Earnest 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

    • Alliant Health Plans

    • CareSource

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx

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    Where is Dr. Earnest's office located?

    Dr. Lewis Earnest's Primary Practice

    1230 Baxter St

    Athens, GA 30606

    (706) 389-3000

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    Dr. Lewis Earnest's Practice 2

    5401 Lake Oconee Pkwy

    Greensboro, GA 30642

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    Dr. Lewis Earnest's Practice 3

    1 Boston Medical Ctr Pl # 1

    Boston, MA 02118

    (617) 414-4929

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    What is Dr. Earnest's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Earnest's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1730355785.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Earnest?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Earnest

    What is Dr. Lewis Earnest's specialty?

    Dr. Earnest is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Athens, GA. An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries. Contact Dr. Earnest to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Lewis Earnest affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Earnest is affiliated with St. Mary's Hospital - Athens, Ga 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

    Where can I learn more about Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Emergency Medicine Specialist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Lewis Earnest accepting new patients in Athens, GA?

    Yes, Dr. Lewis Earnest is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Lewis Earnest offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Earnest's office at (706) 389-3000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Lewis Earnest?

    Please contact Dr. Earnest's office at (706) 389-3000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Lewis Earnest have?

    Dr. Lewis Earnest is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.

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