21 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Brathwaite, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Fayetteville, GA?
Dr. Paula Brathwaite, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Fayetteville, GA. She has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified. Dr. Brathwaite completed her residency at Boston Medical Center, Emergency Medicine; A Einstein Coll M-Yeshiva U, Internal Medicine. Dr. Brathwaite is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Brathwaite’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Brathwaite’s office at (770) 719-7000.
Where did Dr. Brathwaite go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Boston Medical Center, Emergency Medicine; A Einstein Coll M-Yeshiva U, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts
Is Dr. Brathwaite board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Paula Brathwaite, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Brathwaite speak?
Dr. Brathwaite and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Brathwaite typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Brathwaite 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. Brathwaite. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Acute Bronchitis
- Chest cold
- Short-term bronchitis
- Acute chest infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
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:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Brathwaite typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Paula Brathwaite 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. Brathwaite's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Brathwaite accept my insurance?
Dr. Brathwaite accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (770) 719-7000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Brathwaite accept in Fayetteville, GA?
Dr. Brathwaite in Fayetteville, 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)
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
State of Georgia
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Brathwaite's office located?
Dr. Paula Brathwaite's Primary Practice
1255 Highway 54 W
Fayetteville, GA 30214
(770) 719-7000
What is Dr. Brathwaite's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Brathwaite's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1558473223.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Brathwaite?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Brathwaite
What is Dr. Paula Brathwaite's specialty?
Dr. Brathwaite is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Fayetteville, 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. Paula Brathwaite affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Brathwaite is affiliated with Piedmont Fayette Hospital, Piedmont Henry Hospital, Piedmont Eastside Medical Center, 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 Paula Brathwaite accepting new patients in Fayetteville, GA?
Yes, Dr. Paula Brathwaite is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Paula Brathwaite offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Brathwaite's office at (770) 719-7000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Paula Brathwaite?
Please contact Dr. Brathwaite's office at (770) 719-7000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Paula Brathwaite have?
Dr. Paula Brathwaite is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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