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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Metz, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. Kathleen Metz, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Atlanta, GA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Metz is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Metz’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Metz’s office at (404) 605-2800.
What languages does Dr. Metz speak?
Dr. Metz and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Metz typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Metz 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. Metz. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Digestive Disease
- Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
- Non-Bacterial Colitis
- Gut Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified
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
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Metz typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Kathleen Metz 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. Metz's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Metz accept my insurance?
Dr. Metz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (404) 605-2800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Metz accept in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. Metz in Atlanta, 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 Michigan
Carepoint Health
Christian Healthcare Ministries
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Metz's office located?
Dr. Kathleen Metz's Primary Practice
1968 Peachtree Rd NW
Atlanta, GA 30309
(404) 605-2800
What is Dr. Metz's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Metz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1417473745.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Metz?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Metz
What is Dr. Kathleen Metz's specialty?
Dr. Metz is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Atlanta, 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. Kathleen Metz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Metz is affiliated with Wellstar West Georgia Medical Center, Wellstar Cobb Medical Center, Piedmont Atlanta Hospital, St. Francis-Emory Healthcare, Tanner Medical Center - Carrollton, Emory University Hospital Midtown 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 Kathleen Metz accepting new patients in Atlanta, GA?
Yes, Dr. Kathleen Metz is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kathleen Metz offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Metz's office at (404) 605-2800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kathleen Metz?
Please contact Dr. Metz's office at (404) 605-2800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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