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Dr. Ufuoma Philemon, MD

Dr. Ufuoma Philemon, MD

Marietta, GA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Philemon, Hospitalist in Marietta, GA?

    Dr. Ufuoma Philemon, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Marietta, GA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Philemon is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Philemon’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Philemon’s office.

    What languages does Dr. Philemon speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Philemon treat?

    As a Hospitalist, Dr. Philemon 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. Philemon. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Cigarette Addiction
    • Smoking
    • Smoking Addiction
    • Nicotine Dependence from Cigarettes
    • Tobacco Addiction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F17210: Nicotine dependence, cigarettes, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Anemia
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • Fluid and Electrolyte Imbalance
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Electrolyte Disorder
    • Fluid Balance Problem

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E878: Other disorders of electrolyte and fluid balance, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Brain disease (encephalopathy)
    • Brain Disease
    • Brain disorder
    • Brain dysfunction
    • Encephalopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • Long-term Diastolic Heart Failure
    • Chronic HFpEF
    • Ongoing Filling Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I5032: Chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Sugar
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Elevated Glucose
    • Unspecified High Blood Sugar

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R739: Hyperglycemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Body-Wide Inflammation (Non-Infectious, No Organ Damage)
    • SIRS without Organ Dysfunction
    • Non-Infectious Systemic Inflammation
    • Generalized Inflammation without Organ Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R6510: Systemic inflammatory response syndrome (SIRS) of non-infectious origin without acute organ dysfunction

    Which procedures does Dr. Philemon perform as a Hospitalist?

    As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by a Dr. Ufuoma Philemon may include:

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

    Does Dr. Philemon accept my insurance?

    Dr. Philemon 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. Philemon accept in Marietta, GA?

    Dr. Philemon in Marietta, 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

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Philemon's office located?

    Dr. Ufuoma Philemon's Primary Practice

    677 Church St NE

    Marietta, GA 30060

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    Dr. Ufuoma Philemon's Practice 2

    1514 Vernon Rd

    Lagrange, GA 30240

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    Dr. Ufuoma Philemon's Practice 3

    2540 Windy Hill Rd SE

    Marietta, GA 30067

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

    Dr. Philemon's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1346477049.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Philemon?

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

    What is Dr. Ufuoma Philemon's specialty?

    Dr. Philemon is a Hospitalist near Marietta, GA. Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays. Contact Dr. Philemon to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Ufuoma Philemon affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Philemon is affiliated with Wellstar Cobb Medical Center 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 Hospitalist?

    Explore Hospitalist 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 Ufuoma Philemon accepting new patients in Marietta, GA?

    Yes, Dr. Ufuoma Philemon is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ufuoma Philemon offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Philemon's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Ufuoma Philemon?

    Please contact Dr. Philemon's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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