ME
33 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Elam, Specialist in Dalton, GA?
Dr. Mark Elam, MD is a Specialist, who primarily practices in Dalton, GA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 33 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Elam completed his residency at Madigan Army Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Elam is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Elam’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Elam’s office at (706) 281-2206.
Where did Dr. Elam go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Madigan Army Med Ctr, Internal Medicine
Medical School: University of Tn, Memphis, Coll of Med, Memphis Tn
Is Dr. Elam board certified in Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Mark Elam, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Elam speak?
Dr. Elam and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Elam treat?
As a Specialist, Dr. Elam 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. Elam. 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Unspecified Preventive Health Measures
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
- General Prophylactic Care
- Unspecified Disease Prevention
- Health Protection Visit
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
- Z299: Encounter for prophylactic measures, unspecified
Also known as:
- HIV
- Human Immunodeficiency Virus
- AIDS virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease
Also known as:
- Exposure to HIV
- Exposure to Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI)
- HIV
- Sexually Transmitted Infection
- HIV contact
- Suspected HIV exposure
- Human immunodeficiency virus exposure
- Contact with STD
- Suspected STI exposure
- Sexual disease contact
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z206: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to human immunodeficiency virus [HIV]
- Z202: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to infections with a predominantly sexual mode of transmission
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:
- High-Risk Sexual Behavior
- Sexual Health
- Unsafe sex practices
- Risky sexual activity
- Sexual health risks
- Unsafe Sex Practices
- Sexual Risk Assessment
- STI Prevention Counseling
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7252: High risk homosexual behavior
- Z7251: High risk heterosexual behavior
Also known as:
- Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) Screening
- Health Screening
- STD screening
- Sexual health check
- Venereal disease test
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z113: Encounter for screening for infections with a predominantly sexual mode of transmission
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Having a Coronary Angioplasty Implant or Graft
- Angioplasty
- Coronary stent
- Heart artery graft
- Angioplasty device
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z955: Presence of coronary angioplasty implant and graft
Also known as:
- Coronary Artery Bypass Graft
- Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery
- CABG
- Heart Bypass Graft
- Bypass Surgery Graft
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z951: Presence of aortocoronary bypass graft
Also known as:
- Having a Prosthetic Heart Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Artificial heart valve
- Mechanical heart valve
- Bioprosthetic valve
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z952: Presence of prosthetic heart valve
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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Gonorrhea
- GC infection
- The Clap
- Neisseria gonorrhoeae infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A549: Gonococcal infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Does Dr. Elam accept my insurance?
Dr. Elam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (706) 281-2206 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Elam accept in Dalton, GA?
Dr. Elam in Dalton, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alliant Health Plans
Centene
Cigna
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
State of Georgia
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Elam's office located?
What is Dr. Elam's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Elam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1669559035.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Elam?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Elam
What is Dr. Mark Elam's specialty?
Dr. Elam is a Specialist near Dalton, GA. Contact Dr. Elam to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Mark Elam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Elam is affiliated with Piedmont Augusta Hospital, Piedmont Mountainside Hospital 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 Specialist?
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Is Mark Elam accepting new patients in Dalton, GA?
Yes, Dr. Mark Elam is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Mark Elam offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Elam's office at (706) 281-2206 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Mark Elam?
Please contact Dr. Elam's office at (706) 281-2206 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Mark Elam have?
Dr. Mark Elam is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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