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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Dodson, Internist in Washington, GA?
Dr. Kirkland Dodson, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Washington, GA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Dodson graduated from Medical College of Georgia at Georgia Regents University. Dr. Dodson is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dodson’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dodson’s office at (706) 678-4785.
Where did Dr. Dodson go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Medical College of Georgia at Georgia Regents University
What languages does Dr. Dodson speak?
Dr. Dodson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Dodson typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Dodson 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. Dodson. 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:
- Age-Related Brain Degeneration
- Dementia
- Senile Dementia
- Brain Degeneration in Elderly
- Cognitive decline
- Memory loss
- Brain disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- G311: Senile degeneration of brain, not elsewhere classified
- F0390: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety
Also known as:
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Late-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- AD
- Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
- Sporadic Alzheimer's
- Alzheimer's in Older Adults
ICD-10 Codes:
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
- G301: Alzheimer's disease with late onset
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- Primary Generalized Osteoarthritis
- Osteoarthritis
- Primary Widespread Arthritis
- Idiopathic Generalized Osteoarthritis
- Generalized Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M150: Primary generalized (osteo)arthritis
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Dodson typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Kirkland Dodson 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. Dodson's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Dodson accept my insurance?
Dr. Dodson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (706) 678-4785 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Dodson accept in Washington, GA?
Dr. Dodson in Washington, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
State of Georgia
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Dodson's office located?
What is Dr. Dodson's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Dodson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1689745960.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dodson?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Dodson
What is Dr. Kirkland Dodson's specialty?
Dr. Dodson is a Internist near Washington, 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. Kirkland Dodson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Dodson is affiliated with Piedmont Augusta Hospital, Piedmont Athens Regional, Northside Hospital Gwinnett, Piedmont Walton Hospital, Piedmont Atlanta Hospital, Piedmont Eastside 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 Kirkland Dodson accepting new patients in Washington, GA?
Yes, Dr. Kirkland Dodson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kirkland Dodson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Dodson's office at (706) 678-4785 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kirkland Dodson?
Please contact Dr. Dodson's office at (706) 678-4785 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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