Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Derusso, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in Austell, GA?
Dr. Gary Derusso, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Austell, GA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Derusso is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Derusso’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Derusso’s office.
What languages does Dr. Derusso speak?
Dr. Derusso and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Derusso treat?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Derusso 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. Derusso. 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.
Also known as:
- Malaise
- Fatigue
- General discomfort
- Feeling unwell
- Unease
ICD-10 Codes:
- R5381: Other malaise
Also known as:
- Palliative Care
- Comfort care
- Supportive care
- Symptom management care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z515: Encounter for palliative care
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Which procedures does Dr. Derusso perform as a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by a Dr. Gary Derusso may include:
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Consultation
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Follow Up
- Palliative Care
- Palliative Chemotherapy
- Pediatric Palliative Care
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Derusso's office.
Does Dr. Derusso accept my insurance?
Dr. Derusso accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Derusso accept in Austell, GA?
Dr. Derusso in Austell, 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
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
MedImpact
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Derusso's office located?
What is Dr. Derusso's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Derusso's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1548657398.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Derusso?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Derusso
What is Dr. Gary Derusso's specialty?
Dr. Derusso is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near Austell, GA. An internal medicine physician with specialized knowledge in preventing and relieving the suffering of patients dealing with life-limiting illnesses. They work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to improve quality of patient's life by addressing the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of both the patient and their family throughout the disease's progression, during the dying process, and in bereavement support for the family. They are trained to assess patients suffering with advanced disease, provide relief from distressing symptoms, to coordinate between interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues, patient and family-centered care in various settings, utilizing specialized care systems like hospice, managing care for imminently dying patients, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care. Contact Dr. Derusso to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Gary Derusso affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Derusso is affiliated with Wellstar Kennestone Regional Medical Center, Wellstar Cobb 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
Where can I learn more about Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?
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Is Gary Derusso accepting new patients in Austell, GA?
Yes, Dr. Gary Derusso is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gary Derusso offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Derusso's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gary Derusso?
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