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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Peninger, Rheumatologist in Decatur, GA?
Dr. Emily Peninger, MD is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in Decatur, GA. She is board certified. Dr. Peninger is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Peninger’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Peninger’s office at (404) 296-4911.
What languages does Dr. Peninger speak?
Dr. Peninger and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Peninger treat?
As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Peninger 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. Peninger. 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:
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
- Drug level testing
- Medication monitoring
- Therapeutic drug management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring
Also known as:
- Right Hand Pain
- Hand Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Pain in right palm
- Right wrist and hand pain
- Right hand discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M79641: Pain in right hand
Also known as:
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- RA
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
- Autoimmune arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M0579: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor of multiple sites without organ or systems involvement
Which procedures does Dr. Peninger perform as a Rheumatologist?
As a Rheumatologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Emily Peninger may include:
- Abnormal ANA Testing
- Arthrocentesis
- Denosumab Injection
- Joint Aspiration
- Joint Injections
- Rheumatology Consultation
- Rheumatology Follow Up
- Viscosupplement Injections
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Peninger's office.
Does Dr. Peninger accept my insurance?
Dr. Peninger accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (404) 296-4911 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Peninger accept in Decatur, GA?
Dr. Peninger in Decatur, 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)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
Oscar Health Insurance Co
Trustmark Insurance Company
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Peninger's office located?
Dr. Emily Peninger's Primary Practice
2680 Lawrenceville Hwy Ste 201
Decatur, GA 30033
(404) 296-4911
What is Dr. Peninger's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Peninger's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1417488313.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Peninger?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Peninger
What is Dr. Emily Peninger's specialty?
Dr. Peninger is a Rheumatologist near Decatur, GA. An internist specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common sports injuries, and collagen-related diseases. Contact Dr. Peninger to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Emily Peninger affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Peninger is affiliated with Emory Decatur Hospital 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 Rheumatologist?
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Is Emily Peninger accepting new patients in Decatur, GA?
Yes, Dr. Emily Peninger is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Emily Peninger offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Peninger's office at (404) 296-4911 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Emily Peninger?
Please contact Dr. Peninger's office at (404) 296-4911 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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