24 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Danforth, Family Medicine Specialist in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. Christine Danforth, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Atlanta, GA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 24 years and is board certified. Dr. Danforth completed her residency at Georgia Baptist Health Care System. Dr. Danforth is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Danforth’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Danforth’s office at (706) 695-1820.
Where did Dr. Danforth go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Georgia Baptist Health Care System
Medical School: Medical College of Georgia - Graduate Education
Is Dr. Danforth board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Christine Danforth, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Danforth speak?
Dr. Danforth and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Danforth typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Danforth 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. Danforth. 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:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- Other Specific Abnormal Blood Chemistry Results
- Blood
- Specified Blood Chemistry Imbalance
- Unusual Blood Chemistry Findings
- Specific Blood Panel Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7989: Other specified abnormal findings of blood chemistry
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
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:
- Prediabetes
- Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
- Borderline diabetes
- Insulin resistance
- High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7303: Prediabetes
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- GAD
- Chronic Worry
- Excessive Worry Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F411: Generalized anxiety disorder
Also known as:
- Hashimoto's Disease
- Thyroid Disease
- Hashimoto's disease
- Autoimmune thyroiditis
- Chronic lymphocytic thyroiditis
- Hashimoto's thyroiditis
ICD-10 Codes:
- E063: Autoimmune thyroiditis
Also known as:
- Vitamin D Deficiency
- Low Vitamin D Levels
- Lack of Vitamin D
- Hypovitaminosis D
ICD-10 Codes:
- E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Other Specific B Vitamin Deficiency
- B Vitamins
- Malnutrition
- Specific B Vitamin Shortage
- Less Common B Vitamin Deficiency
- Rare B Vitamin Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E538: Deficiency of other specified B group vitamins
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Danforth typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Christine Danforth may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Danforth's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Danforth accept my insurance?
Dr. Danforth accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (706) 695-1820 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Danforth accept in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. Danforth in Atlanta, 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
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Danforth's office located?
Dr. Christine Danforth's Primary Practice
2720 Metropolitan Pkwy SW
Atlanta, GA 30315
(706) 695-1820
What is Dr. Danforth's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Danforth's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1679665558.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Danforth?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Danforth
What is Dr. Christine Danforth's specialty?
Dr. Danforth is a Family Medicine Specialist near Atlanta, GA.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Christine Danforth affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Danforth is affiliated with Piedmont Fayette Hospital, Wellstar Windy Hill, Northside Hospital Atlanta, Emory Decatur Hospital, Piedmont Henry Hospital, Piedmont Atlanta 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
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Is Christine Danforth accepting new patients in Atlanta, GA?
Yes, Dr. Christine Danforth is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christine Danforth offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Danforth's office at (706) 695-1820 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christine Danforth?
Please contact Dr. Danforth's office at (706) 695-1820 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Christine Danforth have?
Dr. Christine Danforth is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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