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Dr. Gerald Filmore

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Jesup, GA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Filmore, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Jesup, GA?

    Dr. Gerald Filmore is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Jesup, GA. He is board certified. Dr. Filmore graduated from University of Medicineicine And Dentistry of New Jersey / Robert Wood Johnson Medicine and completed his residency at Emory Univ Sch Of Med, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Filmore is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Filmore’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Filmore’s office at (404) 265-4000.

    Where did Dr. Filmore go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Emory Univ Sch Of Med, Emergency Medicine | Emory University

    • Medical School: Umdnj-Robt W Johnson Med Sch- New Brunswick Nj | University of Medicine And Dentistry of New Jersey / Robert Wood Johns | University of Medicineicine And Dentistry of New Jersey / Robert Wood Johnson Medicine

    Is Dr. Filmore board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Gerald Filmore is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Filmore speak?

    Dr. Filmore and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Filmore typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Filmore 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. Filmore. 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:

    • 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

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COPD Flare-Up
    • COPD
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    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:

    • Strain of Lower Back Muscles, Fascia, and Tendons
    • Sprains and Strains
    • Pulled lower back muscle
    • Lumbar muscle strain
    • Back tendon strain
    • Lower back soft tissue strain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S39012A: Strain of muscle, fascia and tendon of lower back, initial encounter

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Filmore typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Gerald Filmore may include:

    Please contact Dr. Filmore's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Filmore accept my insurance?

    Dr. Filmore 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. Filmore accept in Jesup, GA?

    Dr. Filmore in Jesup, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Carepoint Health

    • Cigna Group

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Healthgram

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Filmore's office located?

    Dr. Gerald Filmore's Primary Practice

    999 S Macon St

    Jesup, GA 31545

    (404) 265-4000

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    What is Dr. Filmore's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Filmore's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1548290232.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Filmore?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Filmore

    What is Dr. Gerald Filmore's specialty?

    Dr. Filmore is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Jesup, 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 Dr. Gerald Filmore affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Filmore is affiliated with Memorial Health, St. Joseph's Hospital - Savannah, Ga, Hca Florida Memorial Hospital, Candler 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Gerald Filmore accepting new patients in Jesup, GA?

    Yes, Dr. Gerald Filmore is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Gerald Filmore offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Filmore's office at (404) 265-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Gerald Filmore?

    Please contact Dr. Filmore's office at (404) 265-4000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Filmore's office located?

    Dr. Filmore's office is located in Jesup, GA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Gerald Filmore have?

    Dr. Gerald Filmore is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.