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Dr. Karissa Wilson, MD

Family Medicine Specialist

Augusta, GA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Wilson, Family Medicine Specialist in Augusta, GA?

    Dr. Karissa Wilson, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Augusta, GA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Wilson graduated from University of South Carolina School of Medicine. Dr. Wilson is fluent in English, Korean, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wilson’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wilson’s office at (706) 922-0600.

    Where did Dr. Wilson go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: University of South Carolina School of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Wilson speak?

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

    • English
    • Korean
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Wilson typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Wilson 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. Wilson. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    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 Heart Disease with Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
    • Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • COPD Flare-Up
    • COPD
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Wilson typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Karissa Wilson may include:

    Please contact Dr. Wilson's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Wilson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Wilson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (706) 922-0600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Wilson accept in Augusta, GA?

    Dr. Wilson in Augusta, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

    • Sonder Health Plans

    • State of Georgia

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Wilson's office located?

    Dr. Karissa Wilson's Primary Practice

    1226 Dantignac St

    Augusta, GA 30901

    (706) 922-0600

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    Dr. Karissa Wilson's Practice 2

    2604 Peach Orchard Rd # 200

    Augusta, GA 30906

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

    Dr. Wilson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1306006432.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wilson?

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

    What is Dr. Karissa Wilson's specialty?

    Dr. Wilson is a Family Medicine Specialist near Augusta, 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 Dr. Karissa Wilson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Wilson is affiliated with Piedmont Augusta Hospital, Augusta University Medical Center, Doctors Hospital, Ssm Health Good Samaritan Hospital - Mt. Vernon 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 Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. Explore 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 Dr. Karissa Wilson accepting new patients in Augusta, GA?

    Yes, Dr. Karissa Wilson is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Karissa Wilson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Wilson's office at (706) 922-0600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Karissa Wilson?

    Please contact Dr. Wilson's office at (706) 922-0600 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Wilson's office located?

    Dr. Wilson's office is located in Augusta, GA.