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Who is Dr. Sweetnam, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. Victoria Sweetnam, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Atlanta, GA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Sweetnam is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sweetnam’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sweetnam’s office at (404) 778-0801.
What languages does Dr. Sweetnam speak?
Dr. Sweetnam and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Sweetnam treat?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Sweetnam 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. Sweetnam. 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:
- Palliative Care
- Comfort care
- Supportive care
- Symptom management care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z515: Encounter for palliative care
Also known as:
- Cancer pain
- Cancer--Living with Cancer
- Pain
- Cancer Pain
- Cancer Pain (PDQ)
- Pain from cancer
- Tumor pain
- Neoplasm pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G893: Neoplasm related pain (acute) (chronic)
Also known as:
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
- Drug level testing
- Medication monitoring
- Therapeutic drug management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Which procedures does Dr. Sweetnam perform as a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by a Dr. Victoria Sweetnam 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. Sweetnam's office.
Does Dr. Sweetnam accept my insurance?
Dr. Sweetnam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (404) 778-0801 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sweetnam accept in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. Sweetnam in Atlanta, 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Sweetnam's office located?
Dr. Victoria Sweetnam's Primary Practice
1365 Clifton Rd NE
Atlanta, GA 30322
(404) 778-0801
What is Dr. Sweetnam's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sweetnam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1235626169.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sweetnam?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sweetnam
What is Dr. Victoria Sweetnam's specialty?
Dr. Sweetnam is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near Atlanta, 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. Sweetnam to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Victoria Sweetnam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sweetnam is affiliated with Emory University Hospital Midtown 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
Where can I learn more about Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?
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Is Victoria Sweetnam accepting new patients in Atlanta, GA?
Yes, Dr. Victoria Sweetnam is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Victoria Sweetnam offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sweetnam's office at (404) 778-0801 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Victoria Sweetnam?
Please contact Dr. Sweetnam's office at (404) 778-0801 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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