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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Elges, Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. Michael Elges, MD is a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Atlanta, GA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Elges is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Elges’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Elges’s office at (404) 785-7174.
What languages does Dr. Elges speak?
Dr. Elges and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Elges treat?
As a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, Dr. Elges 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. Elges. 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.
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Gastroenteritis
- Infectious Disease
- Stomach flu
- Infectious diarrhea
- Bowel infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A09: Infectious gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
Also known as:
- Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
- Flu
- Influenza with Breathing Problems
- Flu with Cough
- Severe Flu
ICD-10 Codes:
- J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations
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:
- Viral Intestinal Infection
- Gastroenteritis
- Viral Infection
- Viral Gastroenteritis (Stomach Flu)
- Viral stomach flu
- Viral enteritis
- Viral gut infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A084: Viral intestinal infection, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Elges perform as a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist?
As a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Michael Elges may include:
- Arterial Line Placement
- Critical Care Consultation
- Critical Care Follow Up
- Intensive Critical Care Consultation
- Intensive Critical Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Elges' office.
Does Dr. Elges accept my insurance?
Dr. Elges accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (404) 785-7174 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Elges accept in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. Elges in Atlanta, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
CareCentrix
CareSource
Centene
Cigna
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicaid
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Elges' office located?
What is Dr. Elges's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Elges's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1710412150.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Elges?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Elges
What is Dr. Michael Elges's specialty?
Dr. Elges is a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist near Atlanta, GA. A pediatrician specialized in advanced life support for children, from term and near-term neonates to adolescents, with expertise in managing critical care for life-threatening organ system failures in both medical and surgical patients. This specialist is skilled in supporting vital physiological functions and often takes on administrative responsibilities within intensive care units, coordinating patient care and collaborating closely with other specialists to ensure comprehensive treatment. Contact Dr. Elges to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Michael Elges affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Elges is affiliated with Wellstar Kennestone Regional Medical Center, Augusta University 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
Where can I learn more about Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist?
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Is Michael Elges accepting new patients in Atlanta, GA?
Yes, Dr. Michael Elges is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Elges offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Elges's office at (404) 785-7174 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Elges?
Please contact Dr. Elges's office at (404) 785-7174 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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