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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Elam, Hospitalist in Kennesaw, GA?
Dr. Jackson Elam, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Kennesaw, GA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Elam is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Elam’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Elam’s office at (314) 362-1700.
What languages does Dr. Elam speak?
Dr. Elam and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Elam treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Elam 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. Elam. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Brain disease (encephalopathy)
- Brain Disease
- Brain disorder
- Brain dysfunction
- Encephalopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
Also known as:
- Anemia from Sudden Blood Loss
- Anemia
- Acute Blood Loss Anemia
- Post-Hemorrhagic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D62: Acute posthemorrhagic anemia
Which procedures does Dr. Elam perform as a Hospitalist?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by a Dr. Jackson Elam may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Elam's office.
Does Dr. Elam accept my insurance?
Dr. Elam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (314) 362-1700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Elam accept in Kennesaw, GA?
Dr. Elam in Kennesaw, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
State of Georgia
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Where is Dr. Elam's office located?
Dr. Jackson Elam's Primary Practice
5150 Stilesboro Rd NW Ste 220
Kennesaw, GA 30152
(314) 362-1700
What is Dr. Elam's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Elam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1649535469.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Elam?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Elam
What is Dr. Jackson Elam's specialty?
Dr. Elam is a Hospitalist near Kennesaw, GA. Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays. Contact Dr. Elam to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Jackson Elam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Elam is affiliated with Augusta University Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Hospitalist?
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Is Jackson Elam accepting new patients in Kennesaw, GA?
Yes, Dr. Jackson Elam is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jackson Elam offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Elam's office at (314) 362-1700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jackson Elam?
Please contact Dr. Elam's office at (314) 362-1700 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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