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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sweetnam, Pulmonologist in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. John Michael Sweetnam, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Atlanta, GA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Sweetnam is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sweetnam’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sweetnam’s office at (843) 402-1006.
What languages does Dr. Sweetnam speak?
Dr. Sweetnam and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Sweetnam typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Sweetnam 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. Sweetnam. 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:
- 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:
- Other Lung Disease
- Lung Disease
- Various lung conditions
- Unspecified lung disorder
- Miscellaneous lung problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- J984: Other disorders of lung
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Chronic Cough
- Cough
- Persistent cough
- Long-lasting cough
- Ongoing cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R053: Chronic cough
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Sweetnam typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Sweetnam 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. Sweetnam. 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:
- Bronchoscopy with Lung Wash (BAL)
- Bronchoscopy with Airway Suctioning
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Bronchial lavage
- BAL procedure
- Lung washing
- Flexible bronchoscopy
- Therapeutic Bronchoscopy
- Airway Aspiration
- Lung Secretion Removal
CPT Codes:
- 31624: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with bronchial alveolar lavage
- 31645: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with therapeutic aspiration of tracheobronchial tree, initial
Does Dr. Sweetnam accept my insurance?
Dr. Sweetnam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (843) 402-1006 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sweetnam accept in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. Sweetnam 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
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
State of Georgia
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Sweetnam's office located?
Dr. John Michael Sweetnam's Primary Practice
1984 Peachtree Rd NW Ste 300
Atlanta, GA 30309
(843) 402-1006
What is Dr. Sweetnam's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sweetnam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1417444340.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sweetnam?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sweetnam
What is Dr. John Michael Sweetnam's specialty?
Dr. Sweetnam is a Pulmonologist near Atlanta, GA.
What does a Pulmonologist do?
An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders.
Is this Dr. John Michael Sweetnam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sweetnam is affiliated with Piedmont Atlanta Hospital, Piedmont Fayette Hospital, Piedmont Cartersville Medical Center, Piedmont Eastside Medical Center, Piedmont Columbus Regional - Northside Campus, Piedmont Rockdale 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 John Michael Sweetnam accepting new patients in Atlanta, GA?
Yes, Dr. John Michael Sweetnam is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. John Michael Sweetnam offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sweetnam's office at (843) 402-1006 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with John Michael Sweetnam?
Please contact Dr. Sweetnam's office at (843) 402-1006 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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