Dr. Karleena Tuggle, MD

Atlanta, GA

Accepting patients

Who is Dr. Tuggle, Surgeon in Atlanta, GA?

Dr. Karleena Tuggle, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Atlanta, GA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Tuggle is fluent in English, Russian, Spanish, and Vietnamese, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tuggle’s office at (404) 881-8020.

What languages does Dr. Tuggle speak?

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

English
Russian
Spanish
Vietnamese

What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Tuggle typically treat?

As a Surgeon, Dr. Tuggle 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. Tuggle. 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:

Severe Obesity
Obesity from Excess Calories
Obesity
Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
Body Weight
Morbid Obesity
Extreme Obesity
Class 3 Obesity
Diet-Related Obesity
Common Obesity
Nutritional Obesity
High Body Mass Index

ICD-10 Codes:

E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
E6609: Other obesity due to excess calories
Z684: Body mass index [BMI] 40 or greater, adult

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

What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Tuggle typically perform?

As a Surgeon, Dr. Tuggle performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Tuggle. 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:

CPT Codes:

43239: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with biopsy, single or multiple

Also known as:

CPT Codes:

43775: Laparoscopy, surgical, gastric restrictive procedure; longitudinal gastrectomy (ie, sleeve gastrectomy)
43644: Laparoscopy, surgical, gastric restrictive procedure; with gastric bypass and Roux-en-Y gastroenterostomy (roux limb 150 cm or less)

Also known as:

Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery

CPT Codes:

47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy

Does Dr. Tuggle accept my insurance?

Please contact Dr. Tuggle's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.

Where is Dr. Tuggle's office located?

Bld #8

4200 Northside Pkwy NW # 8

Atlanta, GA 30327

(404) 881-8020

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Dr. Karleena Tuggle's Practice 2

315 Boulevard NE Ste 332

Atlanta, GA 30312

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Dr. Karleena Tuggle's Practice 3

11 Upper Riverdale Rd SW

Riverdale, GA 30274

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

Dr. Tuggle's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1467609107.

What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tuggle?

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

What is Dr. Karleena Tuggle's specialty?

Dr. Tuggle is a Surgeon near Atlanta, GA.

What does a Surgeon do?

General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery.

Is Dr. Karleena Tuggle affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

No, Dr. Tuggle 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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