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Dr. John Adams, MD

Dr. John Adams, MD

Surgeon

Columbus, GA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Adams, Surgeon in Columbus, GA?

    Dr. John Adams, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Columbus, GA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Adams graduated from Medical College of Georgia at Georgia Regents University and completed his residency at Maryland Gen Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Adams is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Adams’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Adams’s office at (706) 324-3243.

    Where did Dr. Adams go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Maryland Gen Hosp, Internal Medicine | Medical College Of Georgia | Cambridge Health Alliance Program

    • Medical School: Medical College of Georgia at Georgia Regents University

    Is Dr. Adams board certified as a Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. John Adams, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Adams speak?

    Dr. Adams and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Adams typically treat?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Adams 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. Adams. 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:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Pre-Procedure Lab Tests
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments
    • Pre-op blood work
    • Lab tests before surgery
    • Pre-treatment lab assessment

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
    • Z01812: Encounter for preprocedural laboratory examination

    Also known as:

    • Colorectal Cancer
    • Rectal cancer
    • Colon cancer
    • Bowel cancer
    • Malignant neoplasm of rectum

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum

    What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Adams typically perform?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Adams performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Adams. 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:

    • Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
    • Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
    • Colonoscopy
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
    • Flexible Colonoscopy
    • Colon Exam with Biopsy
    • Lower Endoscopy
    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
    • Colon Polyp Removal
    • Colorectal Lesion Excision

    CPT Codes:

    • 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
    • 45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique

    Also known as:

    • Flexible Sigmoidoscopy
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
    • Sigmoidoscopy
    • Lower colon exam
    • Flexible colon scope
    • Rectum and lower colon check

    CPT Codes:

    • 45330: Sigmoidoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Inserting a Long-Term IV Port (Central Line)
    • Tunneled central venous catheter insertion
    • Subcutaneous port placement
    • Central line with port

    CPT Codes:

    • 36561: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous access device, with subcutaneous port; age 5 years or older

    Does Dr. Adams accept my insurance?

    Dr. Adams accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (706) 324-3243 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Adams accept in Columbus, GA?

    Dr. Adams in Columbus, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Allied Benefit Systems

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Carepoint Health

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Adams' office located?

    Dr. John Adams' Primary Practice

    2122 Manchester Expy

    Columbus, GA 31904

    (706) 324-3243

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    Dr. John Adams' Practice 2

    2119 Warm Springs Rd

    Columbus, GA 31904

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    What is Dr. Adams's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Adams's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1457472094.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Adams?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Adams

    What is Dr. John Adams's specialty?

    Dr. Adams is a Surgeon near Columbus, GA.

    What does a Surgeon do?

    General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery.

    Is Dr. John Adams affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Adams is affiliated with St. Francis-Emory Healthcare, Jack Hughston Memorial 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

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    Is Dr. John Adams accepting new patients in Columbus, GA?

    Yes, Dr. John Adams is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. John Adams offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Adams' office at (706) 324-3243 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. John Adams?

    Please contact Dr. Adams' office at (706) 324-3243 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Adams' office located?

    Dr. Adams' office is located in Columbus, GA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. John Adams have?

    Dr. John Adams is certified by the American Board of Surgery.