Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sams, Family Medicine Specialist in Fayetteville, GA?
Dr. Ferrol Sams, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Fayetteville, GA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Sams completed his residency at Willford Hall Medical Center. Dr. Sams is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sams’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sams’s office at (770) 460-4285.
Where did Dr. Sams go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Willford Hall Medical Center
What languages does Dr. Sams speak?
Dr. Sams and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Sams typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Sams 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. Sams. 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:
- 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Age-Related Brain Degeneration
- Dementia
- Senile Dementia
- Brain Degeneration in Elderly
ICD-10 Codes:
- G311: Senile degeneration of brain, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Depression Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Sams typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Sams performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Sams. 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:
- Ultrasound-Guided Breast Biopsy
- Breast Biopsy
- Percutaneous Breast Biopsy
- Breast Tissue Sample
- Breast Lesion Biopsy with Clip
CPT Codes:
- 19083: Biopsy, breast, with placement of breast localization device(s) (eg, clip, metallic pellet), when performed, and imaging of the biopsy specimen, when performed, percutaneous; first lesion, including ultrasound guidance
Does Dr. Sams accept my insurance?
Dr. Sams accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (770) 460-4285 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sams accept in Fayetteville, GA?
Dr. Sams in Fayetteville, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CareSource
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
State of Georgia
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Sams' office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Sams affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Sams has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Piedmont Fayette Hospital,Fayetteville, GA
Ranked Hernia Repair Surgery
Piedmont Fayette Hospital,Fayetteville, GA
Ranked Hernia Repair Surgery
Piedmont Henry Hospital,Stockbridge, GARanked in 2 Procedures
Piedmont Henry Hospital,Stockbridge, GA
Ranked in 2 Procedures
Piedmont Atlanta Hospital,Atlanta, GA
Ranked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 7 Procedures
Piedmont Atlanta Hospital,Atlanta, GA
Ranked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 7 Procedures
Northside Hospital Atlanta,Atlanta, GARanked General Surgery
Ranked in 4 Procedures
Northside Hospital Atlanta,Atlanta, GA
Ranked General Surgery
Ranked in 4 Procedures
Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital - Atlanta,Atlanta, GARanked Heart & Vascular Surgery
Ranked in 4 Procedures
Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital - Atlanta,Atlanta, GA
Ranked Heart & Vascular Surgery
Ranked in 4 Procedures
Tanner Medical Center - Carrollton,Carrollton, GARanked ObGyn Surgery
Ranked Hernia Repair Surgery
Tanner Medical Center - Carrollton,Carrollton, GA
Ranked ObGyn Surgery
Ranked Hernia Repair Surgery
What is Dr. Sams's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sams's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1477603553.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sams?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sams
What is Dr. Ferrol Sams's specialty?
Dr. Sams is a Family Medicine Specialist near Fayetteville, 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 Dr. Ferrol Sams affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sams is affiliated with Piedmont Fayette Hospital, Piedmont Henry Hospital, Piedmont Atlanta Hospital, Northside Hospital Atlanta, Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital - Atlanta, Tanner Medical Center - Carrollton 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 Dr. Ferrol Sams accepting new patients in Fayetteville, GA?
Yes, Dr. Ferrol Sams is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ferrol Sams offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sams' office at (770) 460-4285 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Ferrol Sams?
Please contact Dr. Sams' office at (770) 460-4285 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Sams' office located?
Dr. Sams' offices are located in Fayetteville, GA and Peachtree City, GA.
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