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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lavoie, Internist in Byron, GA?
Dr. Paul Lavoie, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Byron, GA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Lavoie is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lavoie’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lavoie’s office at (478) 922-4281.
What languages does Dr. Lavoie speak?
Dr. Lavoie and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Lavoie typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Lavoie 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. Lavoie. 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:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
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:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Lavoie typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Paul Lavoie may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Lavoie's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Lavoie accept my insurance?
Dr. Lavoie accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (478) 922-4281 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lavoie accept in Byron, GA?
Dr. Lavoie in Byron, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
Risant Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Lavoie's office located?
What is Dr. Lavoie's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lavoie's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1649701343.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lavoie?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lavoie
What is Dr. Paul Lavoie's specialty?
Dr. Lavoie is a Internist near Byron, GA.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Paul Lavoie affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lavoie is affiliated with Piedmont Macon Medical Center, Houston Healthcare – Warner Robins, Atrium Health Navicent 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 Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Internist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Paul Lavoie accepting new patients in Byron, GA?
Yes, Dr. Paul Lavoie is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Paul Lavoie offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lavoie's office at (478) 922-4281 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Paul Lavoie?
Please contact Dr. Lavoie's office at (478) 922-4281 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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