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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Astil, Hospitalist in Fayetteville, GA?
Dr. Befikir Astil, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Fayetteville, GA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Astil is currently affiliated with Piedmont Fayette Hospital. Dr. Astil is fluent in English and Amharic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Astil’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Astil’s office at (404) 367-3014.
What languages does Dr. Astil speak?
Dr. Astil and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Amharic
English
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Astil typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Astil 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. Astil. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hypertensive Urgency
- High Blood Pressure
- High Blood Pressure Urgency
- Urgent High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I160: Hypertensive urgency
Also known as:
- Brain disease (encephalopathy)
- Brain Disease
- Brain disorder
- Brain dysfunction
- Encephalopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- General Counseling Services
- Personal Counseling
- Life Coaching
- Support Services
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7189: Other specified counseling
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Astil typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Befikir Astil may include:
Please contact Dr. Astil's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Astil accept my insurance?
Dr. Astil accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (404) 367-3014 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Astil accept in Fayetteville, GA?
Dr. Astil in Fayetteville, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
State of Georgia
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Astil's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Astil affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Astil 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
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
Emory University Hospital Midtown,Atlanta, GARanked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 4 Procedures
Emory University Hospital Midtown,Atlanta, GA
Ranked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 4 Procedures
Piedmont Newnan,Newnan, GA
Piedmont Newnan,Newnan, GA
What is Dr. Astil's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Astil's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1285900647.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Astil?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Astil
What is Dr. Befikir Astil's specialty?
Dr. Astil is a Hospitalist near Fayetteville, GA.
What does a Hospitalist do?
Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.
Is Dr. Befikir Astil affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Astil is affiliated with Piedmont Fayette Hospital, Piedmont Henry Hospital, Piedmont Atlanta Hospital, Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital - Atlanta, Emory University Hospital Midtown 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 Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Dr. Befikir Astil accepting new patients in Fayetteville, GA?
Yes, Dr. Befikir Astil is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Befikir Astil offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Astil's office at (404) 367-3014 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Befikir Astil?
Please contact Dr. Astil's office at (404) 367-3014 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Astil's office located?
Dr. Astil's offices are located in Fayetteville, GA, Atlanta, GA, and Conyers, GA.
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