Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ransom, Hospitalist in Kennesaw, GA?
Dr. Joel Ransom, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Kennesaw, GA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Ransom is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ransom’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ransom’s office at (404) 367-3014.
What languages does Dr. Ransom speak?
Dr. Ransom and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Ransom treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Ransom 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. Ransom. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, 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:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Which procedures does Dr. Ransom perform as a Hospitalist?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Joel Ransom may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Ransom's office.
Does Dr. Ransom accept my insurance?
Dr. Ransom accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (404) 367-3014 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ransom accept in Kennesaw, GA?
Dr. Ransom in Kennesaw, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
State of Tennessee
Sunrise Senior Living
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Where is Dr. Ransom's office located?
Dr. Joel Ransom's Primary Practice
5150 Stilesboro Rd NW Ste 220
Kennesaw, GA 30152
(404) 367-3014
What is Dr. Ransom's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ransom's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1750561296.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ransom?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ransom
What is Dr. Joel Ransom's specialty?
Dr. Ransom is a Hospitalist near Kennesaw, GA. Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays. Contact Dr. Ransom to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Joel Ransom affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ransom is affiliated with Wellstar Cobb Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Hospitalist?
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Is Joel Ransom accepting new patients in Kennesaw, GA?
Yes, Dr. Joel Ransom is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joel Ransom offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ransom's office at (404) 367-3014 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joel Ransom?
Please contact Dr. Ransom's office at (404) 367-3014 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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