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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ashong, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. Derrick Ashong, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Atlanta, GA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Ashong is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ashong’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ashong’s office at (404) 961-2745.
What languages does Dr. Ashong speak?
Dr. Ashong and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ashong typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Ashong 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. Ashong. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ashong typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Derrick Ashong may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Ashong's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ashong accept my insurance?
Dr. Ashong accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (404) 961-2745 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ashong accept in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. Ashong in Atlanta, 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
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Carepoint Health
CareSource
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Ashong's office located?
Dr. Derrick Ashong's Primary Practice
6111 Peachtree Dunwoody Rd Ste 201
Atlanta, GA 30328
(404) 961-2745
What is Dr. Ashong's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ashong's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1619396405.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ashong?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ashong
What is Dr. Derrick Ashong's specialty?
Dr. Ashong is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Atlanta, GA.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is this Dr. Derrick Ashong affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ashong is affiliated with Wellstar Kennestone Regional Medical Center, Methodist Hospital - San Antonio, Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital - Atlanta, Wellstar Cobb Medical Center, Emory University Hospital Midtown, Phoebe Putney Memorial 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
When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Derrick Ashong accepting new patients in Atlanta, GA?
Yes, Dr. Derrick Ashong is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Derrick Ashong offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ashong's office at (404) 961-2745 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Derrick Ashong?
Please contact Dr. Ashong's office at (404) 961-2745 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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