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Accepting patients
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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. French, Family Medicine Specialist in Buford, GA?
Dr. Ernestina French, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Buford, GA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. French is fluent in English and Twi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. French’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. French’s office at (864) 877-9066.
What languages does Dr. French speak?
Dr. French and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Twi
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. French typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. French 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. French. 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:
- Depression Screening
- Other Mental Health Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Mental Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
- Behavioral Disorder Screening
- Psychological Evaluation
- Mental Wellness Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
- Z1339: Encounter for screening examination for other mental health and behavioral disorders
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Obesity from Excess Calories
- Obesity
- Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
- Diet-Related Obesity
- Common Obesity
- Nutritional Obesity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E6609: Other obesity due to excess calories
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:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Cardiovascular Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- Heart Disease Screening
- Vascular Disease Check
- Cardiac Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z136: Encounter for screening for cardiovascular disorders
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. French typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Ernestina French may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. French's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. French accept my insurance?
Dr. French accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (864) 877-9066 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. French accept in Buford, GA?
Dr. French in Buford, 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
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. French's office located?
Dr. Ernestina French also offers virtual visits
Dr. Ernestina French's Primary Practice
2800 Buford Dr # 110
Buford, GA 30519
(864) 877-9066
What is Dr. French's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. French's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1265878268.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. French?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. French
What is Dr. Ernestina French's specialty?
Dr. French is a Family Medicine Specialist near Buford, GA.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Ernestina French affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. French is affiliated with Piedmont Eastside Medical Center, Spartanburg Regional Medical Center, Prisma Health Greenville Memorial Hospital, Northside Hospital Gwinnett, Piedmont Atlanta Hospital, Northside Hospital Forsyth 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
When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Ernestina French accepting new patients in Buford, GA?
Yes, Dr. Ernestina French is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ernestina French offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. French's office at (864) 877-9066 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ernestina French?
Please contact Dr. French's office at (864) 877-9066 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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