34 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gibson, Internist in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. Valda Gibson, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Atlanta, GA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 34 years and is board certified. 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 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 as an Internist?
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 an Internist like Dr. Gibson typically treat?
As an Internist, 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. 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:
- 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
ICD-10 Codes:
- E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
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
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Gibson typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Valda Gibson may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Gibson's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
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 Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
Sonder Health Plans
State of Georgia
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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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
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 Internist near Atlanta, GA.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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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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