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43 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kauffman, Internist in Richland, GA?
Dr. Richard Kauffman, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Richland, GA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 43 years. Dr. Kauffman graduated from Medical College of Georgia and completed his residency at Med College Of Ga Hospital and Cli. Dr. Kauffman is fluent in English and German, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kauffman’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kauffman’s office.
Where did Dr. Kauffman go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Med College Of Ga Hospital and Cli
Medical School: Med Coll Of Ga Sch Of Med | Medical College of Georgia
What languages does Dr. Kauffman speak?
Dr. Kauffman and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
German
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Kauffman typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Kauffman 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. Kauffman. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- 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:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Healthy Weight
- Body Weight
- Normal Weight
- Body Mass Index
- Optimal Weight
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6824: Body mass index [BMI] 24.0-24.9, adult
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- General Counseling Services
- Personal Counseling
- Life Coaching
- Support Services
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7189: Other specified counseling
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Kauffman typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Richard Kauffman 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. Kauffman's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Kauffman accept my insurance?
Dr. Kauffman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kauffman accept in Richland, GA?
Dr. Kauffman in Richland, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Carepoint Health
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
State of Georgia
State of Utah
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Kauffman's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Kauffman affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Kauffman has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Kauffman's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kauffman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1679627905.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kauffman?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kauffman
What is Dr. Richard Kauffman's specialty?
Dr. Kauffman is an Internist near Richland, 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 Dr. Richard Kauffman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kauffman is affiliated with Piedmont Atlanta Hospital, Phoebe Sumter Medical Center 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
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Is Dr. Richard Kauffman accepting new patients in Richland, GA?
Yes, Dr. Richard Kauffman is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Kauffman offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kauffman's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Richard Kauffman?
Please contact Dr. Kauffman's office to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Kauffman's office located?
Dr. Kauffman's offices are located in Richland, GA and Oglethorpe, GA.
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