Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Watkins, Internist in Griffin, GA?
Dr. Dwayne Watkins, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Griffin, GA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Watkins graduated from UNIVERSITY OF KS SCH OF MEDICINE and completed his residency at Atlanta Medical Center Program. Dr. Watkins is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Watkins’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Watkins’s office at (770) 233-9293.
Where did Dr. Watkins go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Atlanta Medical Center Program
Medical School: UNIVERSITY OF KS SCH OF MEDICINE
What languages does Dr. Watkins speak?
Dr. Watkins and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Watkins typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Watkins 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. Watkins. 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:
- Exposure to COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- COVID-19 contact
- Suspected coronavirus exposure
- SARS-CoV-2 exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Allergy
- Allergic Reaction
- Hypersensitivity
- Allergic Condition
ICD-10 Codes:
- T7840XA: Allergy, unspecified, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Viral Intestinal Infection
- Gastroenteritis
- Viral Infection
- Viral Gastroenteritis (Stomach Flu)
- Viral stomach flu
- Viral enteritis
- Viral gut infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A084: Viral intestinal infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Kidney Stones
- Renal Calculi
- Nephrolithiasis
- Kidney Calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- N200: Calculus of kidney
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Watkins typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Dwayne Watkins may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Watkins' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Watkins accept my insurance?
Dr. Watkins accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (770) 233-9293 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Watkins accept in Griffin, GA?
Dr. Watkins in Griffin, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Amtrust North America
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Kansas
Carepoint Health
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Oscar Health
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Watkins' office located?
What is Dr. Watkins's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Watkins's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1174543276.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Watkins?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Watkins
What is Dr. Dwayne Watkins's specialty?
Dr. Watkins is a Internist near Griffin, GA.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Dwayne Watkins affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Watkins is affiliated with Piedmont Macon Medical Center, Houston Healthcare – Warner Robins, Stormont Vail Hospital 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Dwayne Watkins accepting new patients in Griffin, GA?
Yes, Dr. Dwayne Watkins is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Dwayne Watkins offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Watkins's office at (770) 233-9293 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dwayne Watkins?
Please contact Dr. Watkins's office at (770) 233-9293 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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