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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gul, Family Medicine Specialist in Lexington, GA?
Dr. Afaq Gul, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Lexington, GA. He is board certified. Dr. Gul is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gul’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gul’s office.
Is Dr. Gul board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Afaq Gul, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Gul speak?
Dr. Gul and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Gul typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Gul 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. Gul. 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:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Depression Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
Also known as:
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- GAD
- Chronic Worry
- Excessive Worry Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F411: Generalized anxiety disorder
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Acute Cough
- Cough
- Sudden cough
- Short-term cough
- New cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R051: Acute cough
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Gul typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Afaq Gul may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Gul's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Gul accept my insurance?
Dr. Gul accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gul accept in Lexington, GA?
Dr. Gul in Lexington, 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
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
State of Georgia
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Gul's office located?
What is Dr. Gul's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gul's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1548422280.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gul?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gul
What is Dr. Afaq Gul's specialty?
Dr. Gul is a Family Medicine Specialist near Lexington, 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. Afaq Gul affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gul is affiliated with Piedmont Athens Regional, St. Mary's Hospital - Athens, Ga, Northside Hospital Gwinnett 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 Afaq Gul accepting new patients in Lexington, GA?
Yes, Dr. Afaq Gul is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Afaq Gul offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gul's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Afaq Gul?
Please contact Dr. Gul's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Afaq Gul have?
Dr. Afaq Gul is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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777 Athens Rd
Lexington, GA 30648