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15 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Harris, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Decatur, GA?
Dr. Vernetta Harris, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Decatur, GA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 15 years and is board certified. Dr. Harris is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Harris’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Harris’s office at (404) 501-5350.
Is Dr. Harris board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Vernetta Harris, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Harris speak?
Dr. Harris and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Harris typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Harris 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. Harris. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
- Flu
- Influenza with Breathing Problems
- Flu with Cough
- Severe Flu
ICD-10 Codes:
- J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations
Also known as:
- Hypertensive Urgency
- High Blood Pressure
- High Blood Pressure Urgency
- Urgent High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I160: Hypertensive urgency
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Harris typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Vernetta Harris may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Harris' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Harris accept my insurance?
Dr. Harris accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (404) 501-5350 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Harris accept in Decatur, GA?
Dr. Harris 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
CareSource
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
State of Georgia
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Harris' office located?
What is Dr. Harris's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Harris's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1679790612.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Harris?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Harris
What is Dr. Vernetta Harris's specialty?
Dr. Harris is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Decatur, GA.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is this Dr. Vernetta Harris affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Harris is affiliated with Piedmont Rockdale Hospital, Piedmont Atlanta Hospital, Piedmont Athens Regional, Piedmont Eastside Medical Center, Piedmont Eastside Medical Center, Piedmont Henry 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Vernetta Harris accepting new patients in Decatur, GA?
Yes, Dr. Vernetta Harris is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Vernetta Harris offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Harris's office at (404) 501-5350 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Vernetta Harris?
Please contact Dr. Harris's office at (404) 501-5350 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Vernetta Harris have?
Dr. Vernetta Harris is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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