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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Faust, Internist in Savannah, GA?
Dr. Richard Faust, DO is an Internist, who primarily practices in Savannah, GA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Faust is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Faust’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Faust’s office at (912) 819-5999.
What languages does Dr. Faust speak?
Dr. Faust and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Faust typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Faust 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. Faust. 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:
- 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
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
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:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
Also known as:
- Brain disease (encephalopathy)
- Brain Disease
- Brain disorder
- Brain dysfunction
- Encephalopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Faust typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Richard Faust 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. Faust's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Faust accept my insurance?
Dr. Faust accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (912) 819-5999 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Faust accept in Savannah, GA?
Dr. Faust in Savannah, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
State of Georgia
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Faust's office located?
Dr. Richard Faust's Primary Practice
5354 Reynolds St Ste 424
Savannah, GA 31405
(912) 819-5999
What is Dr. Faust's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Faust's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1922636836.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Faust?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Faust
What is Dr. Richard Faust's specialty?
Dr. Faust is a Internist near Savannah, 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. Richard Faust affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Faust is affiliated with St. Joseph's Hospital - Savannah, Ga, Candler Hospital, Optim Medical Center - Tattnall 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 Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Richard Faust accepting new patients in Savannah, GA?
Yes, Dr. Richard Faust is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Faust offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Faust's office at (912) 819-5999 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Faust?
Please contact Dr. Faust's office at (912) 819-5999 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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