41 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Poulos, Internist in Albany, GA?
Dr. Phillip Poulos, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Albany, GA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 41 years and is board certified. Dr. Poulos graduated from University of Florida College of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Of Ct Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine. Dr. Poulos is fluent in English, Arabic, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Poulos’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Poulos’s office at (229) 431-1423.
Where did Dr. Poulos go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Ct Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine | University of Connecticut Program A
Medical School: University of Miami Sch of Med, Miami Fl | University of Florida College of Medicine | University of Miami Leonard M. Miller School of Medicine
Is Dr. Poulos board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Phillip Poulos, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Poulos speak?
Dr. Poulos and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Poulos typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Poulos 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. Poulos. 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:
- HIV
- Human Immunodeficiency Virus
- AIDS virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Prediabetes
- Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
- Borderline diabetes
- Insulin resistance
- High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7303: Prediabetes
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Poulos typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Phillip Poulos may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Poulos' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Poulos accept my insurance?
Dr. Poulos accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (229) 431-1423 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Poulos accept in Albany, GA?
Dr. Poulos in Albany, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alliant Health Plans
Carepoint Health
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Poulos' office located?
Dr. Phillip Poulos' Primary Practice
2202 E Oglethorpe Blvd
Albany, GA 31705
(229) 431-1423
What is Dr. Poulos's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Poulos's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1053422675.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Poulos?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Poulos
What is Dr. Phillip Poulos's specialty?
Dr. Poulos is a Internist near Albany, GA.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Phillip Poulos affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Poulos is affiliated with Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital, Piedmont Athens Regional, Phoebe Sumter Medical Center, Tift Regional Medical Center 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 Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Phillip Poulos accepting new patients in Albany, GA?
Yes, Dr. Phillip Poulos is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Phillip Poulos offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Poulos's office at (229) 431-1423 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Phillip Poulos?
Please contact Dr. Poulos's office at (229) 431-1423 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Phillip Poulos have?
Dr. Phillip Poulos is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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