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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Franklin, Internist in Louisville, GA?
Dr. Samuel Franklin, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Louisville, GA. Dr. Franklin is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Franklin’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Franklin’s office at (478) 625-7000.
What languages does Dr. Franklin speak?
Dr. Franklin and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Franklin typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Franklin 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. Franklin. 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:
- Late-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- Sporadic Alzheimer's
- Alzheimer's in Older Adults
ICD-10 Codes:
- G301: Alzheimer's disease with late onset
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Other Brain Blood Vessel Disease
- Brain Disease
- Cerebrovascular Disorder
- Brain Circulation Problem
- Brain Vascular Condition
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6789: Other cerebrovascular disease
Also known as:
- Cerebral Atherosclerosis
- Brain Disease
- Hardening of Brain Arteries
- Brain Artery Plaque
- Cerebral Artery Disease
- Brain Blood Vessel Hardening
ICD-10 Codes:
- I672: Cerebral atherosclerosis
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Franklin typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Samuel Franklin 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. Franklin's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Franklin accept my insurance?
Dr. Franklin accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (478) 625-7000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Franklin accept in Louisville, GA?
Dr. Franklin in Louisville, 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
Oscar Health
State of Georgia
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Franklin's office located?
What is Dr. Franklin's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Franklin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1245590793.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Franklin?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Franklin
What is Dr. Samuel Franklin's specialty?
Dr. Franklin is a Internist near Louisville, 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. Samuel Franklin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Franklin is affiliated with Piedmont Augusta Hospital 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Samuel Franklin accepting new patients in Louisville, GA?
Yes, Dr. Samuel Franklin is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Samuel Franklin offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Franklin's office at (478) 625-7000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Samuel Franklin?
Please contact Dr. Franklin's office at (478) 625-7000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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