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. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
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:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Worsening Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Acute Decompensated HFpEF
- Sudden Worsening Diastolic Heart Failure
- Acute on Chronic Filling Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5033: Acute on chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- Brain disease (encephalopathy)
- Brain Disease
- Brain disorder
- Brain dysfunction
- Encephalopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified
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:
- 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:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Bowel Obstruction
- Blocked Intestines
- Gut Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction
Which procedures does Dr. Philemon perform as a Hospitalist?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Medicare
State of Tennessee
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Where is Dr. Philemon's office located?
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?
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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?
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