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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Flemister, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Riverdale, GA?
Dr. Akeem Flemister, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Riverdale, GA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Flemister is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Flemister’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Flemister’s office at (404) 466-7900.
What languages does Dr. Flemister speak?
Dr. Flemister and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Flemister typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Flemister 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. Flemister. 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:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Dehydration
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Lack of Fluids
- Fluid Loss
- Body Water Depletion
ICD-10 Codes:
- E860: Dehydration
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:
- Strep Throat
- Sore Throat
- Streptococcal Infection
- Bacterial Sore Throat
- Pharyngitis
- Strep Infection
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Tension Headache
- Headache
- Stress Headache
- Muscle Contraction Headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- G44209: Tension-type headache, unspecified, not intractable
Also known as:
- Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
- Flu
- Influenza with Breathing Problems
- Flu with Cough
- Severe Flu
ICD-10 Codes:
- J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Mouth Infection
- Abscess
- Cellulitis
- Mouth Disorder
- Oral Abscess
- Mouth Cellulitis
- Dental Abscess
ICD-10 Codes:
- K122: Cellulitis and abscess of mouth
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, 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
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Flemister typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Akeem Flemister may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Flemister's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Flemister accept my insurance?
Dr. Flemister accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (404) 466-7900 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Flemister accept in Riverdale, GA?
Dr. Flemister in Riverdale, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Kaiser Permanente
Keenan & Associates
Medicare
Oscar Health
Risant Health
Sonder Health Plans
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Where is Dr. Flemister's office located?
Dr. Akeem Flemister's Primary Practice
11 Upper Riverdale Rd SW
Riverdale, GA 30274
(404) 466-7900
What is Dr. Flemister's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Flemister's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1376806455.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Flemister?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Flemister
What is Dr. Akeem Flemister's specialty?
Dr. Flemister is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Riverdale, 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. Akeem Flemister affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Flemister is affiliated with Southern Regional Medical Center, Piedmont Atlanta Hospital, Northside Hospital Gwinnett, Piedmont Henry Hospital, Emory Decatur Hospital, Wellstar Kennestone Regional 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
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Is Akeem Flemister accepting new patients in Riverdale, GA?
Yes, Dr. Akeem Flemister is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Akeem Flemister offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Flemister's office at (404) 466-7900 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Akeem Flemister?
Please contact Dr. Flemister's office at (404) 466-7900 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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