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36 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Puentes, Endocrinologist in Cartersville, GA?
Dr. Francisco Puentes, MD is an Endocrinologist, who primarily practices in Cartersville, GA. He has been practicing for over 36 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Puentes graduated from University of Zulia, Venezuela and completed his residency at Georgia Regents University/GHSU / MCG. Dr. Puentes is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Puentes’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Puentes’s office at (678) 400-2621.
Where did Dr. Puentes go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Georgia Regents University/GHSU / MCG
Residency: Georgia Regents University/GHSU / MCG | Georgia Regents University/GHSU / MCG
Medical School: University Del Zulia, Esc De Med, Maracaibo, Venezuela | University of Zulia, Venezuela
Is Dr. Puentes board certified in Endocrinologist?
Yes, Dr. Francisco Puentes, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine since 2003
What languages does Dr. Puentes speak?
Dr. Puentes and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Puentes treat?
As a Endocrinologist, Dr. Puentes 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. Puentes. 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:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Testicular Hypofunction
- Testicular Disorder
- Underactive Testicles
- Low Testicular Function
- Hypogonadism
ICD-10 Codes:
- E291: Testicular hypofunction
Also known as:
- Nontoxic Multinodular Goiter
- Thyroid Disease
- Multinodular Goiter
- Lumpy Enlarged Thyroid
ICD-10 Codes:
- E042: Nontoxic multinodular goiter
Also known as:
- Thyroid Disorder
- Hashimoto's Disease
- Thyroid Disease
- Hashimoto's disease
- Thyroid Problem
- Thyroid Gland Condition
- Autoimmune thyroiditis', 'Chronic lymphocytic thyroiditis', 'Hashimoto's thyroiditis
ICD-10 Codes:
- E079: Disorder of thyroid, unspecified
- E063: Autoimmune thyroiditis
Also known as:
- Thyroid Cancer
- Thyroid Carcinoma
- Malignant Thyroid Nodule
- Thyroid Gland Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C73: Malignant neoplasm of thyroid gland
Also known as:
- Endocrine Disorder
- Endocrine Disease
- Hormone disorder
- Gland problem
ICD-10 Codes:
- E349: Endocrine disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 1 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 1
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 1 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Glucose in Type 1 Diabetes
- High Blood Sugar Episode
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1065: Type 1 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Graves' Disease
- Hyperthyroidism
- Graves' disease
- Graves Disease
- Hyperthyroidism with Goiter
- Toxic Diffuse Goiter
- Overactive Thyroid with Enlarged Gland
ICD-10 Codes:
- E0500: Thyrotoxicosis with diffuse goiter without thyrotoxic crisis or storm
Also known as:
- Asymptomatic Menopause
- Menopause
- Menopausal Transition
- Postmenopause
- Change of Life
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z780: Asymptomatic menopausal state
Also known as:
- Obesity
- Severe Obesity
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- Excess Weight
- Being Overweight
- High BMI
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- Class 3 Obesity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E669: Obesity, unspecified
- E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
Also known as:
- Prediabetes
- Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
- Borderline diabetes
- Insulin resistance
- High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7303: Prediabetes
Also known as:
- Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)
- Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
- PCOS
- Stein-Leventhal Syndrome
- Polycystic Ovaries
ICD-10 Codes:
- E282: Polycystic ovarian syndrome
Also known as:
- Single Nontoxic Thyroid Nodule
- Thyroid Disease
- Benign Thyroid Nodule
- Solitary Thyroid Nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
- E041: Nontoxic single thyroid nodule
Also known as:
- Vitamin D Deficiency
- Low Vitamin D Levels
- Lack of Vitamin D
- Hypovitaminosis D
ICD-10 Codes:
- E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Specific Abnormal Blood Chemistry Results
- Blood
- Specified Blood Chemistry Imbalance
- Unusual Blood Chemistry Findings
- Specific Blood Panel Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7989: Other specified abnormal findings of blood chemistry
Also known as:
- Adrenal Gland Disorder
- Adrenal Problem
- Adrenal Dysfunction
- Adrenal Gland Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E279: Disorder of adrenal gland, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Puentes perform as a Endocrinologist?
As a Endocrinologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Francisco Puentes may include:
- Adrenal Surgery
- Comparative Genomic Hybridization
- D and C / Vacuum Aspiration
- Diabetes Blood Sugar Management
- Diabetes Care - Kidney Disease Monitoring
- Diabetes Consultation
- Doppler Ultrasound
- Egg Freezing/ Fertility Preservation
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Puentes' office.
Does Dr. Puentes accept my insurance?
Dr. Puentes accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (678) 400-2621 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Puentes accept in Cartersville, GA?
Dr. Puentes in Cartersville, 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
State of Georgia
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Puentes' office located?
Dr. Francisco Puentes' Primary Practice
40 Fox Chase
Cartersville, GA 30120
(678) 400-2621
Ratings & Reviews
5.0
Overall rating
Based on 1 reviews
Office Experience
100% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern
Wait Times
100% of patients were satisfied with the wait time
Diagnosis
100% of patients were satisfied with the doctor's diagnosis and explanation of their condition
Patients give Dr. Francisco Puentes an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Puentes has been rated and reviewed by 1 patient. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Puentes, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
Read Patient ReviewsWhat is Dr. Puentes's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Puentes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1114006814.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Puentes?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Puentes
What is Dr. Francisco Puentes's specialty?
Dr. Puentes is a Endocrinologist near Cartersville, GA. An internist specializing in disorders of the endocrine glands, including the thyroid and adrenal glands. This specialist also manages a range of conditions such as diabetes, metabolic and nutritional disorders, obesity, pituitary disorders, and menstrual and sexual health issues. Contact Dr. Puentes to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Francisco Puentes affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Puentes is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Francisco Puentes accepting new patients in Cartersville, GA?
Yes, Dr. Francisco Puentes is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Francisco Puentes offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Puentes's office at (678) 400-2621 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Francisco Puentes?
Please contact Dr. Puentes's office at (678) 400-2621 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Francisco Puentes have?
Dr. Francisco Puentes is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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