SG
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. George, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Buford, GA?
Dr. Sheba George, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Buford, GA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. George is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. George’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. George’s office at (404) 501-1000.
What languages does Dr. George speak?
Dr. George and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. George typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. George 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. George. 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:
- Depression Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
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:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- 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
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. George typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. George 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. George. 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:
- Pulse Oximetry
- Oxygen Saturation Test
- Oximeter Reading
- Blood Oxygen Level Test
CPT Codes:
- 94760: Noninvasive ear or pulse oximetry for oxygen saturation; single determination
Does Dr. George accept my insurance?
Dr. George accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (404) 501-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. George accept in Buford, GA?
Dr. George in Buford, 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
Carepoint Health
Cigna Group
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Oscar Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
View All Insurances
Where is Dr. George's office located?
Dr. Sheba George's Primary Practice
2129 Friendship Rd Ste 100
Buford, GA 30519
(404) 501-1000
What is Dr. George's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. George's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1821374380.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. George?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. George
What is Dr. Sheba George's specialty?
Dr. George is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Buford, GA.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Sheba George affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. George is affiliated with Northeast Georgia Medical Center Gainesville, Piedmont Athens Regional, Piedmont Eastside Medical Center, Piedmont Walton Hospital, Piedmont Rockdale Hospital, Emory Decatur 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Sheba George accepting new patients in Buford, GA?
Yes, Dr. Sheba George is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sheba George offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. George's office at (404) 501-1000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sheba George?
Please contact Dr. George's office at (404) 501-1000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Other Emergency Medicine Specialist Near Buford, GA
NV
Emergency Medicine Specialist
Accepting patientsDr. Neha Verma, DO is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Buford, GA with 2 additional practice locations.
Buford, GA
BS
Family Medicine Specialist
Accepting patientsDr. Bradley Stearns is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Buford, GA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 19 years and is board certified.
Buford, GA
NT
Emergency Medicine Specialist
Accepting patientsDr. Nana Tackie, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in McDonough, GA with 2 additional practice locations.
McDonough, GA