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Dr. Valda Gibson, MD

Dr. Valda Gibson, MD

Atlanta, GA

34 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Gibson, Hospitalist in Atlanta, GA?

    Dr. Valda Gibson, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Atlanta, GA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 34 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Gibson graduated from Physician Assistant Studies, Barry University, FL and completed her residency at Emory Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Gibson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gibson’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gibson’s office at (404) 851-8000.

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

    • Residency: Emory Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: University Of Nc At Chapel Hill Sch Of Med- Chapel Hill Nc | Physician Assistant Studies, Barry University, FL

    Is Dr. Gibson board certified in Hospitalist?

    Yes, Dr. Valda Gibson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Gibson speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Gibson treat?

    As a Hospitalist, Dr. Gibson 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. Gibson. 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:

    • Other Mental Health Screening
    • Depression Screening
    • Mental Health Screening
    • Depression
    • Health Screening
    • Behavioral Disorder Screening
    • Psychological Evaluation
    • Mental Wellness Check
    • Depression Test
    • Mental Health Check for Depression
    • Mood Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1339: Encounter for screening examination for other mental health and behavioral disorders
    • Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression

    Also known as:

    • General Disorder Screening
    • Health Screening
    • General Health Check
    • Disease Screening
    • Medical Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder

    Also known as:

    • Severe Obesity
    • Obesity
    • Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
    • Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
    • Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
    • Morbid Obesity
    • Extreme Obesity
    • Class 3 Obesity
    • Excess Weight
    • Being Overweight
    • High BMI

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
    • E669: Obesity, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
    • Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, 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:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
    • Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Gibson perform as a Hospitalist?

    As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by a Dr. Valda Gibson may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Gibson's office.

    Does Dr. Gibson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Gibson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (404) 851-8000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Gibson accept in Atlanta, GA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Georgia

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Gibson's office located?

    Dr. Valda Gibson's Primary Practice

    1000 Johnson Ferry Rd

    Atlanta, GA 30342

    (404) 851-8000

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    Dr. Valda Gibson's Practice 2

    6085 Old National Hwy Ste G

    South Fulton, GA 30349

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

    Dr. Gibson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1205851425.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gibson?

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

    What is Dr. Valda Gibson's specialty?

    Dr. Gibson is a Hospitalist near Atlanta, 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. Gibson to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Valda Gibson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Gibson is affiliated with Northside Hospital Atlanta 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?

    Explore Hospitalist with 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 Valda Gibson accepting new patients in Atlanta, GA?

    Yes, Dr. Valda Gibson is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Valda Gibson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Gibson's office at (404) 851-8000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Valda Gibson?

    Please contact Dr. Gibson's office at (404) 851-8000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Valda Gibson have?

    Dr. Valda Gibson is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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