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36 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
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. 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 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 as an 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 an Endocrinologist like Dr. Puentes typically treat?
As an 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
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 Cancer
- Thyroid Carcinoma
- Malignant Thyroid Nodule
- Thyroid Gland Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C73: Malignant neoplasm of thyroid gland
What procedures does an Endocrinologist like Dr. Puentes typically perform?
As an Endocrinologist, procedures performed by 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
Please contact Dr. Puentes' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
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 Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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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.
What does an Endocrinologist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Francisco Puentes affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Puentes is affiliated with Piedmont Cartersville Medical Center, Piedmont Mountainside Hospital, Northside Hospital Forsyth, Northside Hospital Cherokee, Piedmont Atlanta 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
When to see an Endocrinologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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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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