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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Tatum, Family Medicine Specialist in Soperton, GA?
Dr. Emily Tatum, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Soperton, GA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Tatum graduated from Duke University School of Medicine. Dr. Tatum is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tatum’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tatum’s office at (478) 237-2638.
Where did Dr. Tatum go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Duke University School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Tatum speak?
Dr. Tatum and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Tatum treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Tatum 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. Tatum. 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:
- Depression Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Other Circulation Problems
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Vascular Complications
- Diabetes Heart and Blood Vessel Problems
- Diabetes Mellitus Circulatory Issues
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1159: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other circulatory complications
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Severe Obesity
- Overweight
- Obesity
- Body Weight
- Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- High Body Mass Index
- Excess Weight
- High BMI (Overweight)
- Pre-Obesity
- Excess Body Fat
- Weight Management Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z684: Body mass index [BMI] 40 or greater, adult
- E663: Overweight
- Z6830: Body mass index [BMI] 30.0-30.9, adult
- Z6831: Body mass index [BMI] 31.0-31.9, adult
- Z6833: Body mass index [BMI] 33.0-33.9, adult
Also known as:
- Nutrition Counseling
- Nutrition
- Dietary advice
- Nutritional guidance
- Healthy eating counseling
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z713: Dietary counseling and surveillance
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:
- Other Birth Control Counseling
- Birth Control
- Additional contraceptive advice
- General family planning discussion
- Ongoing birth control counseling
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z3009: Encounter for other general counseling and advice on contraception
Also known as:
- Tobacco Use
- Smokeless Tobacco
- Smoking
- Smoking habit
- Nicotine use
- Tobacco dependency
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z720: Tobacco use
Also known as:
- General Counseling Services
- Personal Counseling
- Life Coaching
- Support Services
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7189: Other specified counseling
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease
- Heart Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiomyopathy
- Heart Problems from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I119: Hypertensive heart disease without heart failure
Also known as:
- Overweight
- Body Weight
- High Body Mass Index
- Excess Weight
- Weight Management Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6829: Body mass index [BMI] 29.0-29.9, adult
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Which procedures does Dr. Tatum perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Emily Tatum may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Tatum's office.
Does Dr. Tatum accept my insurance?
Dr. Tatum accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (478) 237-2638 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tatum accept in Soperton, GA?
Dr. Tatum in Soperton, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CareSource
Centene
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
Point32Health
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Tatum's office located?
Dr. Emily Tatum's Primary Practice
4357 E Louisiana Ave
Soperton, GA 30457
(478) 237-2638
What is Dr. Tatum's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tatum's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1760565279.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tatum?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tatum
What is Dr. Emily Tatum's specialty?
Dr. Tatum is a Family Medicine Specialist near Soperton, GA. 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. Contact Dr. Tatum to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Emily Tatum affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Tatum is affiliated with Piedmont Augusta Hospital, Northside Hospital Atlanta, Fairview Park Hospital, East Georgia Regional Medical Center 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
Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?
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Is Emily Tatum accepting new patients in Soperton, GA?
Yes, Dr. Emily Tatum is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Emily Tatum offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tatum's office at (478) 237-2638 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Emily Tatum?
Please contact Dr. Tatum's office at (478) 237-2638 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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