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22 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Polk, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Decatur, GA?
Dr. Reynaldo Polk, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Decatur, GA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified. Dr. Polk completed his residency at Wayne St Univ-Detroit M C, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Polk is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Polk’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Polk’s office at (404) 265-4000.
Where did Dr. Polk go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Wayne St Univ-Detroit M C, Emergency Medicine
Medical School: Morehouse Sch of Med, Atlanta Ga
Is Dr. Polk board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Reynaldo Polk, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Polk speak?
Dr. Polk and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Polk typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Polk 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. Polk. 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:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- Acute Bladder Infection
- Bladder Disease
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
- Acute Cystitis
- Sudden Bladder Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
- N3000: Acute cystitis without hematuria
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
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:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Polk typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Reynaldo Polk 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. Polk's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Polk accept my insurance?
Dr. Polk accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (404) 265-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Polk accept in Decatur, GA?
Dr. Polk in Decatur, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Carepoint Health
Cigna Group
Federal government of the United States
Healthfirst New York
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Oscar Health
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Polk's office located?
What is Dr. Polk's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Polk's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275579922.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Polk?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Polk
What is Dr. Reynaldo Polk's specialty?
Dr. Polk is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Decatur, 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. Reynaldo Polk affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Polk is affiliated with Houston Healthcare – Warner Robins, Atrium Health Navicent, Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital - Atlanta 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 Reynaldo Polk accepting new patients in Decatur, GA?
Yes, Dr. Reynaldo Polk is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Reynaldo Polk offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Polk's office at (404) 265-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Reynaldo Polk?
Please contact Dr. Polk's office at (404) 265-4000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Reynaldo Polk have?
Dr. Reynaldo Polk is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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