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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sims, Internist in Winder, GA?
Dr. Derrick Sims, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Winder, GA. Dr. Sims is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sims’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sims’s office at (770) 867-3400.
What languages does Dr. Sims speak?
Dr. Sims and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Sims typically treat?
As an Internist, conditions treated by Dr. Derrick Sims may include:
Please contact Dr. Sims' office directly to confirm care for your specific condition, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Sims typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Derrick Sims may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Sims' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Sims accept my insurance?
Dr. Sims accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (770) 867-3400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sims accept in Winder, GA?
Dr. Sims in Winder, 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
Kaiser Permanente
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Sims' office located?
What is Dr. Sims's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sims's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1285887745.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sims?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sims
What is Dr. Derrick Sims's specialty?
Dr. Sims is a Internist near Winder, GA.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Derrick Sims affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sims is affiliated with Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital - Atlanta, Piedmont Henry Hospital, Piedmont Athens Regional 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 Derrick Sims accepting new patients in Winder, GA?
Yes, Dr. Derrick Sims is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Derrick Sims offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sims's office at (770) 867-3400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Derrick Sims?
Please contact Dr. Sims's office at (770) 867-3400 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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