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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. He is board certified. Dr. Earnest is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Earnest’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare 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 as an 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Earnest typically treat?
As an 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Bladder Inflammation
- Bladder Disease
- Cystitis
- Bladder Infection
- Painful Bladder
ICD-10 Codes:
- N3090: Cystitis, unspecified without hematuria
Also known as:
- Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
- Flu
- Influenza with Breathing Problems
- Flu with Cough
- Severe Flu
ICD-10 Codes:
- J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Earnest typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Lewis Earnest may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Earnest's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
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
Alliant Health Plans
CareSource
Cigna Group
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Oscar Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Earnest's office located?
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.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
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.
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, Piedmont Athens Regional, Piedmont Walton Hospital, Northeast Georgia Medical Center Gainesville, Piedmont Eastside Medical Center 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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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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