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Dr. John Simmons, MD

Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), Family Medicine Specialist, Internist

Geneva, AL

38 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Simmons, Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) in Geneva, AL?

    Dr. John Simmons, MD is a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), who primarily practices in Geneva, AL with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 38 years. Dr. Simmons graduated from University of South Alabama College of Medicine and completed his residency at Genesys Reg M C St Joseph Cp. Dr. Simmons is fluent in English, German, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Simmons’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Simmons’s office at (334) 684-3643.

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

    • Residency: Genesys Reg M C St Joseph Cp | Genesys Regional Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: University of South Alabama College of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Simmons speak?

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

    • English
    • German
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) like Dr. Simmons typically treat?

    As a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), Dr. Simmons 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. Simmons. 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:

    • Viral Infection Exposure
    • Viral Infection
    • Viral Disease Contact
    • Suspected Viral Infection
    • Exposure to Viruses

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20828: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to other viral communicable diseases

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
    • Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • Late-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
    • Alzheimer's Disease
    • Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
    • Sporadic Alzheimer's
    • Alzheimer's in Older Adults

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G301: Alzheimer's disease with late onset

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure

    What procedures does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) like Dr. Simmons typically perform?

    As a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), Dr. Simmons 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. Simmons. 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:

    • Blood Transfusion
    • Blood Transfusion and Donation
    • Blood product transfusion
    • Red blood cell transfusion
    • Plasma transfusion

    CPT Codes:

    • 36430: Transfusion, blood or blood components

    Does Dr. Simmons accept my insurance?

    Dr. Simmons accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (334) 684-3643 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Simmons accept in Geneva, AL?

    Dr. Simmons in Geneva, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • State of Alabama

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Simmons' office located?

    Dr. John Simmons' Primary Practice

    915 W Hospital Dr

    Geneva, AL 36340

    (334) 684-3643

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    Dr. John Simmons' Practice 2

    1200 W Maple Ave

    Geneva, AL 36340

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

    Dr. Simmons's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1922045905.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Simmons?

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

    What is Dr. John Simmons's specialty?

    Dr. Simmons is a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) near Geneva, AL.

    What does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) do?

    A physician specializing in general practice is focused on diagnosing, treating, and managing patients with a wide range of illnesses and conditions.

    Is Dr. John Simmons affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Simmons is affiliated with Wiregrass Medical Center, Usa Health University 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 Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner)?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner). Explore 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 Dr. John Simmons accepting new patients in Geneva, AL?

    Yes, Dr. John Simmons is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. John Simmons offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Simmons' office at (334) 684-3643 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. John Simmons?

    Please contact Dr. Simmons' office at (334) 684-3643 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Simmons' office located?

    Dr. Simmons' office is located in Geneva, AL.