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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Poythress, Family Medicine Specialist in Jesup, GA?
Dr. Brenda Poythress is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Jesup, GA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Poythress is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Poythress’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Poythress’s office at (912) 427-8433.
What languages does Dr. Poythress speak?
Dr. Poythress and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Poythress typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Poythress 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. Poythress. 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:
- Nutrition Counseling
- Nutrition
- Dietary advice
- Nutritional guidance
- Healthy eating counseling
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z713: Dietary counseling and surveillance
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
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:
- Other Specific Healthcare Encounters
- Special Medical Visits
- Unusual Doctor Appointments
- Healthcare for Unique Situations
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7689: Persons encountering health services in other specified circumstances
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:
- Screening for Other Viral Disease
- Health Screening
- Other Viral Infection Screening
- Miscellaneous Virus Test
- Non-COVID Viral Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1159: Encounter for screening for other viral diseases
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Poythress typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Brenda Poythress may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Poythress' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Poythress accept my insurance?
Dr. Poythress accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (912) 427-8433 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Poythress accept in Jesup, GA?
Dr. Poythress in Jesup, 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
CareSource
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
State of Georgia
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Poythress' office located?
What is Dr. Poythress's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Poythress's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1225686975.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Poythress?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Poythress
What is Dr. Brenda Poythress's specialty?
Dr. Poythress is a Family Medicine Specialist near Jesup, 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 this Dr. Brenda Poythress affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Poythress is affiliated with Southeast Georgia Health System Brunswick Campus which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Brenda Poythress accepting new patients in Jesup, GA?
Yes, Dr. Brenda Poythress is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Brenda Poythress offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Poythress's office at (912) 427-8433 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Brenda Poythress?
Please contact Dr. Poythress's office at (912) 427-8433 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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