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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Brooks, Internist in Athens, GA?
Dr. Albert Brooks, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Athens, GA. He is board certified. Dr. Brooks graduated from Medical College of Georgia at Georgia Regents University and completed his residency at Mem Hlth-Univ Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Brooks is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Brooks’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Brooks’s office at (706) 548-8600.
Where did Dr. Brooks go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Mem Hlth-Univ Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Memorial Health University Medical Center | Memorial Health-University Medical Center/Mercer University School of Medicine (Savannah) Program
Medical School: Med Coll Of Ga Sch Of Med | Medical College of Georgia at Georgia Regents University
Is Dr. Brooks board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Albert Brooks, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Brooks speak?
Dr. Brooks and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Brooks typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Brooks 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. Brooks. 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:
- Alcohol Use Disorder
- Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
- Alcohol use disorder
- Alcohol dependence
- Alcoholism
- Problem drinking
- AUD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F1020: Alcohol dependence, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Opioid Dependence
- Opioids and Opioid Use Disorder (OUD)
- Prescription Drug Misuse
- Opioid addiction
- Opioid use disorder
- OUD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F1120: Opioid dependence, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- Stimulant Dependence
- Drug Use and Addiction
- Stimulant Addiction
- Stimulant Drug Addiction
- Stimulant Use Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F1520: Other stimulant dependence, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Brooks typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Albert Brooks 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. Brooks' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Brooks accept my insurance?
Dr. Brooks accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (706) 548-8600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Brooks accept in Athens, GA?
Dr. Brooks in Athens, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Allied Benefit Systems
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
MBA Benefit Administrators
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Brooks' office located?
Dr. Albert Brooks' Primary Practice
1500 Oglethorpe Ave Ste 400A
Athens, GA 30606
(706) 548-8600
What hospitals are Dr. Brooks affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Brooks has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Brooks's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Brooks's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1093826760.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Brooks?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Brooks
What is Dr. Albert Brooks's specialty?
Dr. Brooks is an Internist near Athens, 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 Dr. Albert Brooks affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Brooks is affiliated with Piedmont Athens Regional 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Dr. Albert Brooks accepting new patients in Athens, GA?
Yes, Dr. Albert Brooks is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Albert Brooks offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Brooks' office at (706) 548-8600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Albert Brooks?
Please contact Dr. Brooks' office at (706) 548-8600 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Brooks' office located?
Dr. Brooks' office is located in Athens, GA.
Which board certifications does Dr. Albert Brooks have?
Dr. Albert Brooks is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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