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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Karlsson, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. Gottfrid Karlsson, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Atlanta, GA. He is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine. Dr. Karlsson is fluent in English and Swedish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Karlsson’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Karlsson’s office at (404) 605-2800.
Is Dr. Karlsson board certified in Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Gottfrid Karlsson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Karlsson speak?
Dr. Karlsson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Swedish
What conditions does Dr. Karlsson treat?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Karlsson 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. Karlsson. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1013: Epigastric pain
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Exposure to COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- COVID-19 contact
- Suspected coronavirus exposure
- SARS-CoV-2 exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
Also known as:
- Heart Palpitations
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Arrhythmia
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- R002: Palpitations
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Neck Muscle Strain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Sprains and Strains
- Pulled neck muscle
- Cervical strain
- Neck soft tissue strain
ICD-10 Codes:
- S161XXA: Strain of muscle, fascia and tendon at neck level, initial encounter
Which procedures does Dr. Karlsson perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Gottfrid Karlsson may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Karlsson's office.
Does Dr. Karlsson accept my insurance?
Dr. Karlsson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (404) 605-2800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Karlsson accept in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. Karlsson in Atlanta, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Oscar Health Insurance Co
State of Georgia
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Karlsson's office located?
Dr. Gottfrid Karlsson's Primary Practice
1968 Peachtree Rd NW
Atlanta, GA 30309
(404) 605-2800
What is Dr. Karlsson's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Karlsson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1982854170.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Karlsson?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Karlsson
What is Dr. Gottfrid Karlsson's specialty?
Dr. Karlsson is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Atlanta, GA. An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries. Contact Dr. Karlsson to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Gottfrid Karlsson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Karlsson is affiliated with Piedmont Atlanta Hospital, Piedmont Eastside Medical Center 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?
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Is Gottfrid Karlsson accepting new patients in Atlanta, GA?
Yes, Dr. Gottfrid Karlsson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gottfrid Karlsson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Karlsson's office at (404) 605-2800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gottfrid Karlsson?
Please contact Dr. Karlsson's office at (404) 605-2800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Gottfrid Karlsson have?
Dr. Gottfrid Karlsson is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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