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22 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Byrd, Internist in Greensboro, GA?
Dr. Ricky Byrd, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Greensboro, GA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 22 years. Dr. Byrd graduated from East Tennessee State University James H. Quillen College of Medicine. Dr. Byrd is fluent in English, Hindi, Panjabi; Punjabi, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Byrd’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Byrd’s office at (706) 453-9803.
Where did Dr. Byrd go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: E Tn State Univ J H Quillen Coll Of Med- Johnson City Tn | East Tennessee State University James H. Quillen College of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Byrd speak?
Dr. Byrd and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Panjabi; Punjabi
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Byrd typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Byrd 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. Byrd. 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:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
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:
- Acquired Thyroid Atrophy
- Hypothyroidism
- Shrinking Thyroid Gland
- Acquired Thyroid Wasting
ICD-10 Codes:
- E034: Atrophy of thyroid (acquired)
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Byrd typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Ricky Byrd 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. Byrd's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Byrd accept my insurance?
Dr. Byrd accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (706) 453-9803 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Byrd accept in Greensboro, GA?
Dr. Byrd in Greensboro, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Medicare
State of Georgia
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Byrd's office located?
What is Dr. Byrd's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Byrd's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1992865752.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Byrd?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Byrd
What is Dr. Ricky Byrd's specialty?
Dr. Byrd is a Internist near Greensboro, 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. Ricky Byrd affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Byrd is affiliated with Piedmont Athens Regional, Piedmont Augusta Hospital 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 Ricky Byrd accepting new patients in Greensboro, GA?
Yes, Dr. Ricky Byrd is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ricky Byrd offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Byrd's office at (706) 453-9803 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ricky Byrd?
Please contact Dr. Byrd's office at (706) 453-9803 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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