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Who is Dr. Truong, Critical Care Internist in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. Alexander Truong, MD is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in Atlanta, GA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Truong is fluent in English and Vietnamese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Truong’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Truong’s office.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Truong?
Dr. Alexander Truong, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Critical Care Internist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Truong empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Autoimmune Lung Disease, Critical Care, Respiratory Failure, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Atlanta/GA community, Dr. Truong is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Truong go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Tulane University of Louisiana --
What languages does Dr. Truong speak?
Dr. Truong and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Vietnamese
What conditions does Dr. Truong treat?
As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Truong 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. Truong. 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:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Dyspnea
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
- R0602: Shortness of breath
- R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Interstitial Lung Disease
- Interstitial Lung Disease
- Rare interstitial lung conditions
- Uncommon lung scarring diseases
- Other ILD
- ILD
- Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- J8489: Other specified interstitial pulmonary diseases
- J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Mild Intermittent Asthma
- Asthma
- Occasional Asthma
- Mild Asthma Attacks
- Infrequent Asthma
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4520: Mild intermittent asthma, uncomplicated
- J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Emphysema
- Centriacinar Emphysema
- Lung Emphysema
- COPD
ICD-10 Codes:
- J432: Centrilobular emphysema
Also known as:
- Post-viral fatigue syndrome
- Fatigue
- Neurologic Disease
- Viral Infection
- Fatigue after viral infection
- Long COVID fatigue
- Post-infection fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9331: Postviral fatigue syndrome
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:
- Chronic Cough
- Cough
- Persistent cough
- Long-lasting cough
- Ongoing cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R053: Chronic cough
Also known as:
- Cognitive and Awareness Problems
- Mental Disorder
- Mental Function Issues
- Thinking Problems
- Awareness Difficulties
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4189: Other symptoms and signs involving cognitive functions and awareness
Also known as:
- Long COVID
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Post-COVID Syndrome
- Long-Haul COVID
- Chronic COVID
ICD-10 Codes:
- U099: Post COVID-19 condition, unspecified
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
Also known as:
- Sarcoidosis
- Sarcoid
- Besnier-Boeck-Schaumann Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- D869: Sarcoidosis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Generalized Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Overall Body Weakness
- Widespread Muscle Weakness
- Systemic Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)
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:
- Pulmonary Fibrosis
- Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis
- Lung Scarring
- Fibrotic Lung Disease
- Interstitial Pulmonary Fibrosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J8410: Pulmonary fibrosis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abnormal Findings on Scans of Other Specific Body Structures
- Unusual Scan Results (Other Body Parts)
- Atypical Imaging Findings (Other)
- Abnormal X-ray/MRI/CT (Other)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9389: Abnormal findings on diagnostic imaging of other specified body structures
Which procedures does Dr. Truong perform as a Critical Care Internist?
As a Critical Care Internist, procedures performed by a Dr. Alexander Truong may include:
- Arterial Line Placement
- Critical Care Consultation
- Critical Care Follow Up
- Intensive Critical Care Consultation
- Intensive Critical Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Truong's office.
Does Dr. Truong accept my insurance?
Dr. Truong accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Truong accept in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. Truong in Atlanta, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
Oscar Health Insurance Co
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Truong's office located?
What is Dr. Truong's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Truong's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1598950172.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Truong?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Truong
What is Dr. Alexander Truong's specialty?
Dr. Truong is a Critical Care Internist near Atlanta, GA. An internist specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and support of patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may hold administrative responsibilities within intensive care units and plays a key role in facilitating and coordinating patient care among primary physicians, critical care staff, and other specialists. Contact Dr. Truong to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Alexander Truong affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Truong is affiliated with Emory University Hospital Midtown which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Alexander Truong accepting new patients in Atlanta, GA?
Yes, Dr. Alexander Truong is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alexander Truong offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Truong's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alexander Truong?
Please contact Dr. Truong's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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