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Dr. Saima Hussain, MD

Pediatrician, Emergency Medicine Specialist, Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist

Gainesville, GA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Hussain, Pediatrician in Gainesville, GA?

    Dr. Saima Hussain, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Gainesville, GA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Hussain is fluent in English and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hussain’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hussain’s office at (423) 292-3000.

    What languages does Dr. Hussain speak?

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

    • English
    • Urdu

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Hussain typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Hussain 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. Hussain. 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:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Strep Throat
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection
    • Bacterial Sore Throat
    • Pharyngitis
    • Strep Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
    • J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Acute Cough
    • Cough
    • Sudden cough
    • Short-term cough
    • New cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Throat irritation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R051: Acute cough
    • R058: Other specified cough

    Also known as:

    • Exercise Counseling
    • Fitness Coaching
    • Physical Activity Guidance
    • Exercise Prescription

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7182: Exercise counseling

    Also known as:

    • Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Routine child exam with issues
    • Pediatric checkup with concerns
    • Child wellness visit with abnormal results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Hussain typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Saima Hussain may include:

    Please contact Dr. Hussain's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Hussain accept my insurance?

    Dr. Hussain accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (423) 292-3000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Hussain accept in Gainesville, GA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • CareSource

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Medicare

    • State of Georgia

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Hussain's office located?

    Dr. Saima Hussain's Primary Practice

    725 Jesse Jewell Pkwy SE

    Gainesville, GA 30501

    (423) 292-3000

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    Dr. Saima Hussain's Practice 2

    1270 Friendship Rd Ste 210

    Braselton, GA 30517

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    Dr. Saima Hussain's Practice 3

    743 Spring St NE

    Gainesville, GA 30501

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    What hospitals are Dr. Hussain affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Hussain has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Childrens Scottish Rite Hospital,Atlanta, GA
    Childrens Egleston Hospital,Atlanta, GA

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

    Dr. Hussain's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1689800286.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hussain?

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

    What is Dr. Saima Hussain's specialty?

    Dr. Hussain is a Pediatrician near Gainesville, GA.

    What does a Pediatrician do?

    A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.

    Is Dr. Saima Hussain affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Hussain is affiliated with Graham Hospital, Piedmont Athens Regional 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 Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Saima Hussain accepting new patients in Gainesville, GA?

    Yes, Dr. Saima Hussain is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Saima Hussain offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Hussain's office at (423) 292-3000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Saima Hussain?

    Please contact Dr. Hussain's office at (423) 292-3000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Hussain's office located?

    Dr. Hussain's offices are located in Gainesville, GA and Braselton, GA.