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Who is Dr. Makala, Pediatrician in Brookhaven, GA?
Dr. Denise Makala, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Brookhaven, GA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Makala is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Makala’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Makala’s office at (404) 785-7878.
What languages does Dr. Makala speak?
Dr. Makala and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Makala typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Makala 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. Makala. 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 here.
Also known as:
- ADHD, Combined Type
- ADHD, Predominantly Inattentive Type
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
- Combined ADHD
- Typical ADHD
- ADD
- Inattentive ADHD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F902: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, combined type
- F900: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, predominantly inattentive type
Also known as:
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- GAD
- Chronic Worry
- Excessive Worry Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F411: Generalized anxiety disorder
Also known as:
- Autism
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Classic Autism
- Kanner's Syndrome
- Severe Autism
ICD-10 Codes:
- F840: Autistic disorder
Also known as:
- Anxiety Disorder
- Social Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- Phobias
- General Anxiety
- Anxiety Problems
- Nervous Disorder
- Social Phobia
- Social Fear
- Fear of Social Situations
ICD-10 Codes:
- F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified
- F4010: Social phobia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Moderate Recurrent Major Depression
- Recurrent Severe Depression
- Depression
- Moderate chronic depression
- Moderate recurring depression
- Moderate depressive episodes
- Chronic severe depression
- Repeated severe depressive episodes
- Clinical depression
ICD-10 Codes:
- F331: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, moderate
- F332: Major depressive disorder, recurrent severe without psychotic features
Also known as:
- History of Mental or Behavioral Disorder
- Mental Disorder
- Past Mental Illness
- Previous Behavioral Health Issue
- History of Psychiatric Condition
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z8659: Personal history of other mental and behavioral disorders
Also known as:
- Irritability and Anger
- Short temper
- Frequent anger
- Mood swings
ICD-10 Codes:
- R454: Irritability and anger
Also known as:
- Conduct Disorder
- Child Behavior Disorder
- Childhood behavioral problems
- Disruptive behavior disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F919: Conduct disorder, unspecified
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Makala typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Denise Makala may include:
- 12 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 15 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 18 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 1 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 24 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Week Well Baby Checkup
- 30 Month Well-Baby Checkup
Please contact Dr. Makala's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Makala accept my insurance?
Dr. Makala accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (404) 785-7878 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Makala accept in Brookhaven, GA?
Dr. Makala in Brookhaven, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Medicaid
Oscar Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Makala's office located?
Dr. Denise Makala's Primary Practice
1777 Northeast Expy NE
Brookhaven, GA 30329
(404) 785-7878
What is Dr. Makala's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Makala's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1083175533.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Makala?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Makala
What is Dr. Denise Makala's specialty?
Dr. Makala is a Pediatrician near Brookhaven, GA.
What does a Pediatrician do?
A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.
Is this Dr. Denise Makala affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Makala is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Childrens Scottish Rite Hospital, Childrens Hughes Spalding Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatrician. 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 Denise Makala accepting new patients in Brookhaven, GA?
Yes, Dr. Denise Makala is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Denise Makala offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Makala's office at (404) 785-7878 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Denise Makala?
Please contact Dr. Makala's office at (404) 785-7878 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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