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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. 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 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 a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Tatum typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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:
- 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:
- Severe Obesity
- Body Weight
- Obesity
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- High Body Mass Index
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z684: Body mass index [BMI] 40 or greater, adult
Also known as:
- General Counseling Services
- Personal Counseling
- Life Coaching
- Support Services
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7189: Other specified counseling
Also known as:
- Tobacco Use
- Smokeless Tobacco
- Smoking
- Smoking habit
- Nicotine use
- Tobacco dependency
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z720: Tobacco use
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Tatum typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Emily Tatum may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Tatum's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
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
All Other Third Party
CareSource
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Devoted Health
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Tatum's office located?
Dr. Emily Tatum's Primary Practice
4393 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.
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. Emily Tatum affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Tatum is affiliated with Northside Hospital Atlanta, Fairview Park Hospital, East Georgia Regional Medical Center, Piedmont Augusta Hospital, Optim Medical Center - Tattnall, Northside Hospital Gwinnett 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 Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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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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