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Dr. Robert Harper, MD

Atlanta, GA

42 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Harper, Internist in Atlanta, GA?

    Dr. Robert Harper, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Atlanta, GA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 42 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Harper completed his residency at Med Coll Of Ga Hosp & Cli, Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism; Med Coll Of Ga Hosp & Cli, Internal Medicine. Dr. Harper is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Harper’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Harper’s office at (706) 597-1411.

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

    • Residency: Med Coll Of Ga Hosp & Cli, Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism; Med Coll Of Ga Hosp & Cli, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: University of South Fl Coll of Med, Tampa Fl

    Is Dr. Harper board certified in Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Robert Harper, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Harper speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Harper treat?

    As a Internist, Dr. Harper 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. Harper. 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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain
    • Precordial pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified
    • R072: Precordial pain

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    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:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Hypertensive Urgency
    • High Blood Pressure
    • High Blood Pressure Urgency
    • Urgent High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I160: Hypertensive urgency

    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:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Intestinal Obstruction
    • Bowel Obstruction
    • Blocked Intestines
    • Gut Blockage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Changes in Mental State
    • Mental Disorder
    • Confusion
    • Disorientation
    • Changes in awareness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified

    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:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
    • Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
    • GI Bleeding
    • Internal Digestive Bleeding
    • Digestive Tract Hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Disorientation
    • Delirium
    • Mental Disorder
    • Confusion
    • Mental Confusion
    • Loss of Bearings

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R410: Disorientation, unspecified

    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:

    • High Blood Pressure Emergency
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Emergency
    • Very High Blood Pressure Emergency
    • Acute Hypertensive Crisis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I161: Hypertensive emergency

    Which procedures does Dr. Harper perform as a Internist?

    As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Robert Harper may include:

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    Does Dr. Harper accept my insurance?

    Dr. Harper accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (706) 597-1411 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Harper 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)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Georgia

    • State of South Carolina

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Harper's office located?

    Dr. Robert Harper's Primary Practice

    35 Collier Rd NW Ste 635

    Atlanta, GA 30309

    (706) 597-1411

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    Dr. Robert Harper's Practice 2

    1350 Walton Way

    Augusta, GA 30901

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    Dr. Robert Harper's Practice 3

    400 Cedar St

    Metter, GA 30439

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

    Dr. Harper's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1659462919.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Harper?

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

    What is Dr. Robert Harper's specialty?

    Dr. Harper is a Internist near Atlanta, GA.

    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.

    Contact Dr. Harper to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Robert Harper affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Harper is affiliated with Piedmont Augusta Hospital 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 Internist?

    Explore Internist 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 Robert Harper accepting new patients in Atlanta, GA?

    Yes, Dr. Robert Harper is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Robert Harper offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Harper's office at (706) 597-1411 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Robert Harper?

    Please contact Dr. Harper's office at (706) 597-1411 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Robert Harper have?

    Dr. Robert Harper is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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