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Dr. Yvonne Berko, MD

Newnan, GA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Berko, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in Newnan, GA?

    Dr. Yvonne Berko, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Newnan, GA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Berko is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Berko’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Berko’s office at (404) 367-3014.

    What languages does Dr. Berko speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Berko treat?

    As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Berko 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. Berko. 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:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
    • Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
    • Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Metabolic Brain Disorder
    • Brain Disease
    • Metabolic Encephalopathy
    • Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy

    Also known as:

    • Brain disease (encephalopathy)
    • Brain Disease
    • Brain disorder
    • Brain dysfunction
    • Encephalopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pain
    • Body ache
    • Discomfort
    • Soreness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R52: Pain, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Berko perform as a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?

    As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Yvonne Berko may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Berko's office.

    Does Dr. Berko accept my insurance?

    Dr. Berko accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (404) 367-3014 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Berko accept in Newnan, GA?

    Dr. Berko in Newnan, 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

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • MedImpact

    • State of Georgia

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Berko's office located?

    Dr. Yvonne Berko's Primary Practice

    745 Poplar Rd

    Newnan, GA 30265

    (404) 367-3014

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    Dr. Yvonne Berko's Practice 2

    1350 Walton Way

    Augusta, GA 30901

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    Dr. Yvonne Berko's Practice 3

    2460 Washington Rd

    Thomson, GA 30824

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

    Dr. Berko's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1326434150.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Berko?

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

    What is Dr. Yvonne Berko's specialty?

    Dr. Berko is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near Newnan, 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. Berko to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Yvonne Berko affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Berko is affiliated with Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital - Atlanta 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?

    Explore Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist with 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 Yvonne Berko accepting new patients in Newnan, GA?

    Yes, Dr. Yvonne Berko is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Yvonne Berko offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Berko's office at (404) 367-3014 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Yvonne Berko?

    Please contact Dr. Berko's office at (404) 367-3014 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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