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38 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Bessey, Pediatrician in Cumming, GA?
Dr. Roger Bessey, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Cumming, GA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 38 years and is board certified. Dr. Bessey is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bessey’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bessey’s office at (678) 580-5429.
Is Dr. Bessey board certified as a Pediatrician?
Yes, Dr. Roger Bessey, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Bessey speak?
Dr. Bessey and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Bessey typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Bessey 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. Bessey. 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:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Blood and Immune System Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- Blood Disorder Check
- Immune System Check-up
- Hematologic Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z130: Encounter for screening for diseases of the blood and blood-forming organs and certain disorders involving the immune mechanism
Also known as:
- Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Routine child exam with issues
- Pediatric checkup with concerns
- Child wellness visit with abnormal results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Nutrition Counseling
- Nutrition
- Dietary advice
- Nutritional guidance
- Healthy eating counseling
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z713: Dietary counseling and surveillance
Also known as:
- Routine Eye and Vision Exam (Normal Findings)
- Eye Disease
- Vision Impairment and Blindness
- Annual eye checkup
- Vision screening, no issues
- Eye health exam, all clear
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0100: Encounter for examination of eyes and vision without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Ear and Hearing Examination (Normal Findings)
- Hearing Disorder and Deafness
- Normal Hearing Test
- Clear Ear Checkup
- Routine Audiology Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0110: Encounter for examination of ears and hearing without abnormal findings
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Bessey typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Bessey performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Bessey. 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:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Also known as:
- Swallowing Function Test
- Dysphagia Tests
- Dysphagia Evaluation
- Oral Swallowing Assessment
- Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
- Swallowing Study
CPT Codes:
- 92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function
Does Dr. Bessey accept my insurance?
Dr. Bessey accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (678) 580-5429 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bessey accept in Cumming, GA?
Dr. Bessey in Cumming, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CareSource
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Oscar Health
State of Georgia
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Bessey's office located?
Dr. Roger Bessey's Primary Practice
1100 Northside Forsyth Dr Ste 360
Cumming, GA 30041
(678) 580-5429
What is Dr. Bessey's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bessey's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063511673.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bessey?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bessey
What is Dr. Roger Bessey's specialty?
Dr. Bessey is a Pediatrician near Cumming, GA.
What does a Pediatrician do?
A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.
Is this Dr. Roger Bessey affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bessey is affiliated with Piedmont Rockdale Hospital, Piedmont Eastside Medical Center, Piedmont Walton 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 a Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Roger Bessey accepting new patients in Cumming, GA?
Yes, Dr. Roger Bessey is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Roger Bessey offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bessey's office at (678) 580-5429 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Roger Bessey?
Please contact Dr. Bessey's office at (678) 580-5429 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Roger Bessey have?
Dr. Roger Bessey is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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