14 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Petro, Internist in Dawsonville, GA?
Dr. George Petro, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Dawsonville, GA. He has been practicing for over 14 years and is board certified. Dr. Petro graduated from Mercer University School of Medicine. Dr. Petro is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Petro’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Petro’s office.
Where did Dr. Petro go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Mercer University School of Medicine | Mercer University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Petro board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. George Petro, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Petro speak?
Dr. Petro and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Petro typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Petro 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. Petro. 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:
- 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:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
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:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Petro typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. George Petro 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. Petro's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Petro accept my insurance?
Dr. Petro 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. Petro accept in Dawsonville, GA?
Dr. Petro in Dawsonville, 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
BCBS Unspecified
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Petro's office located?
What is Dr. Petro's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Petro's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1164522330.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Petro?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Petro
What is Dr. George Petro's specialty?
Dr. Petro is a Internist near Dawsonville, 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. George Petro affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Petro is affiliated with Northeast Georgia Medical Center Gainesville, Northside Hospital Forsyth, Piedmont Mountainside Hospital 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 George Petro accepting new patients in Dawsonville, GA?
Yes, Dr. George Petro is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. George Petro offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Petro's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with George Petro?
Please contact Dr. Petro's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. George Petro have?
Dr. George Petro is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and American Board of Pediatrics.
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108 Prominence Ct Ste 200
Dawsonville, GA 30534