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Dr. Michael Perrino, MD

Atlanta, GA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Perrino, Gastroenterologist in Atlanta, GA?

    Dr. Michael Perrino, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Atlanta, GA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Perrino completed his residency at San Antonio Unif Ser Hlth Edu, Gastroenterology; San Antonio Unif Ser Hlth Edu, Internal Medicine. Dr. Perrino is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Perrino’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Perrino’s office at (404) 355-3200.

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

    • Residency: San Antonio Unif Ser Hlth Edu, Gastroenterology; San Antonio Unif Ser Hlth Edu, Internal Medicine

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

    Is Dr. Perrino board certified as a Gastroenterologist?

    Yes, Dr. Michael Perrino, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Perrino speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Perrino treat?

    As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Perrino 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. Perrino. 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:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Acid Reflux
    • GERD
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
    • Gastroesophageal Reflux
    • Heartburn
    • Indigestion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis

    Also known as:

    • Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
    • Digestive Disease
    • Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
    • Non-Bacterial Colitis
    • Gut Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Stomach Inflammation
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Gastritis & Gastropathy
    • Gastritis
    • Inflamed stomach lining
    • Stomach lining inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2970: Gastritis, unspecified, without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Benign Ascending Colon Polyp
    • Benign Tumor
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colon Polyps
    • Non-cancerous ascending colon growth
    • Ascending colon adenoma
    • Ascending colon benign tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D122: Benign neoplasm of ascending colon

    Also known as:

    • Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • Epigastric pain
    • Pain below breastbone
    • Upper stomach pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1013: Epigastric pain

    Also known as:

    • Diarrhea
    • Loose stools
    • Runny poop
    • Frequent bowel movements

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R197: Diarrhea, unspecified

    What procedures does Dr. Perrino perform?

    As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Perrino 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. Perrino. 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:

    • Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
    • Colonoscopy with Biopsy
    • Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
    • Colonoscopy
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
    • Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
    • Colon Polyp Removal
    • Colorectal Lesion Excision
    • Flexible Colonoscopy
    • Colon Biopsy
    • Large Intestine Scope
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colon Exam with Biopsy
    • Lower Endoscopy
    • Colon Cancer Screening

    CPT Codes:

    • 45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique
    • 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
    • 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
    • Biopsy
    • Endoscopy
    • EGD with Biopsy
    • Gastroscopy with Biopsy
    • Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 43239: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with biopsy, single or multiple

    Also known as:

    • Esophagus Widening Procedure (Endoscopic)
    • Diagnostic Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
    • EGD with Esophageal Balloon Dilation
    • Colonoscopy with Injections
    • Colonoscopy
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
    • Esophageal Dilation
    • EGD with Dilation
    • Upper Endoscopy with Widening
    • EGD with Biopsy
    • Esophagogastroduodenoscopy
    • Upper GI Endoscopy
    • Stomach Scope with Sample
    • Upper Endoscopy with Esophageal Dilation
    • Flexible Esophagoscopy with Balloon
    • EGD with Balloon Widening
    • Flexible Colonoscopy with Injection
    • Colon Scope with Medication
    • Therapeutic Colonoscopy

    CPT Codes:

    • 43248: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with insertion of guide wire followed by passage of dilator(s) through esophagus over guide wire
    • 43235: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
    • 43249: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with transendoscopic balloon dilation of esophagus (less than 30 mm diameter)
    • 45381: Colonoscopy, flexible; with directed submucosal injection(s), any substance

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Fluid Drainage with Imaging Guidance
    • Guided Abdominal Paracentesis
    • Ascites Drainage with Ultrasound
    • Fluid Removal from Belly

    CPT Codes:

    • 49083: Abdominal paracentesis (diagnostic or therapeutic); with imaging guidance

    Also known as:

    • Upper Endoscopy with Polyp Removal
    • EGD with Polypectomy
    • Esophagus, Stomach, Duodenum Scope with Removal
    • Flexible Endoscopy Tumor Excision

    CPT Codes:

    • 43251: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique

    Also known as:

    • Flexible Sigmoidoscopy
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
    • Sigmoidoscopy
    • Lower colon exam
    • Flexible colon scope
    • Rectum and lower colon check

    CPT Codes:

    • 45330: Sigmoidoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Stopping Bleeding in Esophagus, Stomach, or Duodenum
    • EGD with Bleeding Control
    • Upper GI Endoscopy for Bleeding
    • Gastric Bleeding Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 43255: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with control of bleeding, any method

    Also known as:

    • Liver Biopsy (Needle)
    • Percutaneous liver biopsy
    • Needle liver sample
    • Liver tissue biopsy
    • Liver needle aspiration

    CPT Codes:

    • 47000: Biopsy of liver, needle; percutaneous

    Also known as:

    • Swallowing Study (Videofluoroscopy)
    • Dysphagia Tests
    • Videofluoroscopic Swallowing Study (VFSS)
    • Modified Barium Swallow (MBS)
    • Dysphagia Evaluation

    CPT Codes:

    • 92611: Motion fluoroscopic evaluation of swallowing function by cine or video recording

    Does Dr. Perrino accept my insurance?

    Dr. Perrino accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (404) 355-3200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Perrino in Atlanta, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • MedImpact

    • State of Georgia

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Perrino's office located?

    Dr. Michael Perrino's Primary Practice

    3280 Howell Mill Rd NW Ste T100

    Atlanta, GA 30327

    (404) 355-3200

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    Dr. Michael Perrino's Practice 2

    433 Highland Pkwy Ste 201

    Ellijay, GA 30540

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    Dr. Michael Perrino's Practice 3

    134 Mountainside Village Pkwy Bldg 500

    Jasper, GA 30143

    (706) 253-7340

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

    Dr. Perrino's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1124118997.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Perrino?

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

    What is Dr. Michael Perrino's specialty?

    Dr. Perrino is a Gastroenterologist near Atlanta, GA. An internist focused on diagnosing and treating disorders of the digestive system, encompassing the stomach, intestines, liver, and gallbladder. This specialist manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice, and performs intricate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to examine internal organs. Contact Dr. Perrino to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Michael Perrino affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Perrino is affiliated with Piedmont Mountainside Hospital, Piedmont Atlanta Hospital, Piedmont Cartersville Medical Center, Union General Hospital - Blairsville, GA, Northside Hospital Cherokee, Piedmont Henry 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 Michael Perrino accepting new patients in Atlanta, GA?

    Yes, Dr. Michael Perrino is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Michael Perrino offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Perrino's office at (404) 355-3200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Michael Perrino?

    Please contact Dr. Perrino's office at (404) 355-3200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Michael Perrino have?

    Dr. Michael Perrino is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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