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Dr. Kimberly Fountain

Augusta, GA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Fountain, Internist in Augusta, GA?

    Dr. Kimberly Fountain is an Internist, who primarily practices in Augusta, GA. Dr. Fountain is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fountain’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fountain’s office at (706) 834-0190.

    What languages does Dr. Fountain speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Fountain typically treat?

    As an Internist, Dr. Fountain 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. Fountain. 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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Mammography
    • Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Mammograms
    • Breast X-ray
    • Breast Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • General Counseling Services
    • Personal Counseling
    • Life Coaching
    • Support Services

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7189: Other specified counseling

    Also known as:

    • Special Medical Examination
    • Specific health check
    • Detailed medical assessment
    • Special health screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0189: Encounter for other specified special examinations

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Breast Imaging Results
    • Mammography
    • Inconclusive mammogram
    • Unclear breast scan results
    • Abnormal breast scan

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R928: Other abnormal and inconclusive findings on diagnostic imaging of breast

    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

    What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Fountain typically perform?

    As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Kimberly Fountain may include:

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

    Does Dr. Fountain accept my insurance?

    Dr. Fountain accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (706) 834-0190 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Fountain accept in Augusta, GA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Fountain's office located?

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    1120 15th St

    Augusta, GA 30912

    (706) 834-0190

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

    Dr. Fountain's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740419688.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fountain?

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

    What is Dr. Kimberly Fountain's specialty?

    Dr. Fountain is an Internist near Augusta, GA.

    What does an Internist do?

    A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

    Is Dr. Kimberly Fountain affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Fountain is affiliated with Piedmont Fayette Hospital, Piedmont Henry Hospital, Piedmont Atlanta Hospital, Piedmont Eastside Medical Center, 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Internist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Kimberly Fountain accepting new patients in Augusta, GA?

    Yes, Dr. Kimberly Fountain is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kimberly Fountain offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Fountain's office at (706) 834-0190 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Kimberly Fountain?

    Please contact Dr. Fountain's office at (706) 834-0190 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Fountain's office located?

    Dr. Fountain's office is located in Augusta, GA.

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