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Dr. Gail Knight, MD
Lagrange, GA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Knight, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in Lagrange, GA?
Dr. Gail Knight, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Lagrange, GA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Knight is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Knight’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Knight’s office at (770) 732-4022.
What languages does Dr. Knight speak?
Dr. Knight and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Knight typically treat?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Knight 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. Knight. 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:
- General Counseling Services
- Personal Counseling
- Life Coaching
- Support Services
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7189: Other specified counseling
Also known as:
- Palliative Care
- Comfort care
- Supportive care
- Symptom management care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z515: Encounter for palliative care
Also known as:
- Malaise
- Fatigue
- General discomfort
- Feeling unwell
- Unease
ICD-10 Codes:
- R5381: Other malaise
Also known as:
- Wasting Syndrome
- Malnutrition
- Cachexia
- Muscle Wasting
- Severe Weight Loss
ICD-10 Codes:
- R64: Cachexia
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
What procedures does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Knight typically perform?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Gail Knight may include:
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Consultation
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Follow Up
- Palliative Care
- Palliative Chemotherapy
- Pediatric Palliative Care
Please contact Dr. Knight's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Knight accept my insurance?
Dr. Knight accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (770) 732-4022 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Knight accept in Lagrange, GA?
Dr. Knight in Lagrange, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
UNICO Premier LLC
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Where is Dr. Knight's office located?
What is Dr. Knight's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Knight's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1295026235.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Knight?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Knight
What is Dr. Gail Knight's specialty?
Dr. Knight is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near Lagrange, GA.
What does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist do?
An internal medicine physician with specialized knowledge in preventing and relieving the suffering of patients dealing with life-limiting illnesses. They work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to improve quality of patient's life by addressing the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of both the patient and their family throughout the disease's progression, during the dying process, and in bereavement support for the family. They are trained to assess patients suffering with advanced disease, provide relief from distressing symptoms, to coordinate between interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues, patient and family-centered care in various settings, utilizing specialized care systems like hospice, managing care for imminently dying patients, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care.
Is this Dr. Gail Knight affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Knight is affiliated with Wellstar West Georgia 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
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Is Gail Knight accepting new patients in Lagrange, GA?
Yes, Dr. Gail Knight is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gail Knight offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Knight's office at (770) 732-4022 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gail Knight?
Please contact Dr. Knight's office at (770) 732-4022 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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