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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kightlinger, Anesthesiologist in Athens, GA?
Dr. Benjamin Kightlinger, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Athens, GA. He is board certified. Dr. Kightlinger completed his residency at Boston Medical Center. Dr. Kightlinger is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kightlinger’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kightlinger’s office at (706) 475-7643.
Where did Dr. Kightlinger go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Boston Medical Center
Is Dr. Kightlinger board certified as an Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Benjamin Kightlinger, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Kightlinger speak?
Dr. Kightlinger and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Kightlinger typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Kightlinger 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. Kightlinger. 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:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Acute pain after medical procedure
- Pain
- Acute post-operative pain
- Pain after surgery
- Post-procedural pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Kightlinger typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Benjamin Kightlinger may include:
- Airway Management
- Anesthesia Consultation
- Anti-Ischemic Therapy
- Anti-Viral Therapy
- Arterial Blood Gas Sampling
- Balloon Pump
- Critical Care Anesthesia
- Endotracheal Intubation
Please contact Dr. Kightlinger's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Kightlinger accept my insurance?
Dr. Kightlinger accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (706) 475-7643 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kightlinger accept in Athens, GA?
Dr. Kightlinger in Athens, 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
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
State of Georgia
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Kightlinger's office located?
Dr. Benjamin Kightlinger's Primary Practice
1199 Prince Ave
Athens, GA 30606
(706) 475-7643
What is Dr. Kightlinger's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kightlinger's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1922361815.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kightlinger?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kightlinger
What is Dr. Benjamin Kightlinger's specialty?
Dr. Kightlinger is a Anesthesiologist near Athens, GA.
What does an Anesthesiologist do?
A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.
Is this Dr. Benjamin Kightlinger affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kightlinger is affiliated with Piedmont Athens Regional, Musc Health University Medical Center, Piedmont Walton 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
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Is Benjamin Kightlinger accepting new patients in Athens, GA?
Yes, Dr. Benjamin Kightlinger is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Benjamin Kightlinger offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kightlinger's office at (706) 475-7643 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Benjamin Kightlinger?
Please contact Dr. Kightlinger's office at (706) 475-7643 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Benjamin Kightlinger have?
Dr. Benjamin Kightlinger is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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