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Dr. Fanisha Porter-Bempong, MD

Atlanta, GA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Porter-Bempong, Psychiatrist in Atlanta, GA?

    Dr. Fanisha Porter-Bempong, MD is a Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in Atlanta, GA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Porter-Bempong is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Porter-Bempong’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Porter-Bempong’s office at (478) 301-4111.

    What languages does Dr. Porter-Bempong speak?

    Dr. Porter-Bempong and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Psychiatrist like Dr. Porter-Bempong typically treat?

    As a Psychiatrist, Dr. Porter-Bempong 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. Porter-Bempong. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Recurrent Depression
    • Recurrent Severe Depression
    • Depression
    • Chronic depression
    • Repeated depressive episodes
    • Clinical depression
    • Chronic severe depression
    • Repeated severe depressive episodes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F339: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, unspecified
    • F332: Major depressive disorder, recurrent severe without psychotic features

    Also known as:

    • Generalized Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • GAD
    • Chronic Worry
    • Excessive Worry Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F411: Generalized anxiety disorder

    Also known as:

    • Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
    • OCD
    • Compulsive Behavior Disorder
    • Obsessive Thoughts

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F429: Obsessive-compulsive disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Alcohol Use Disorder
    • Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
    • Alcohol use disorder
    • Alcohol dependence
    • Alcoholism
    • Problem drinking
    • AUD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F1020: Alcohol dependence, uncomplicated

    Does Dr. Porter-Bempong accept my insurance?

    Dr. Porter-Bempong accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (478) 301-4111 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Porter-Bempong accept in Atlanta, GA?

    Dr. Porter-Bempong in Atlanta, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Allegiance Benefit Plan Management

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation

    • Health Payment System (HPS)

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of Wisconsin

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Porter-Bempong's office located?

    Dr. Fanisha Porter-Bempong's Primary Practice

    50 Glenlake Pkwy Ste 200

    Atlanta, GA 30328

    (478) 301-4111

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    Dr. Fanisha Porter-Bempong's Practice 2

    250 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd

    Macon, GA 31201

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

    Dr. Porter-Bempong's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1659716546.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Porter-Bempong?

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

    What is Dr. Fanisha Porter-Bempong's specialty?

    Dr. Porter-Bempong is a Psychiatrist near Atlanta, GA.

    What does a Psychiatrist do?

    A Psychiatrist specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental disorders, emotional disorders, psychotic disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance-related disorders, sexual and gender identity disorders and adjustment disorders. Biologic, psychological, and social components of illnesses are explored and understood in treatment of the whole person. Tools used may include diagnostic laboratory tests, prescribed medications, evaluation and treatment of psychological and interpersonal problems with individuals and families, and intervention for coping with stress, crises, and other problems.

    Is this Dr. Fanisha Porter-Bempong affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Porter-Bempong is affiliated with Thedacare Regional Medical Center-Neenah, Prohealth Waukesha Memorial Hospital, Thedacare Medical Center - Berlin 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 a Psychiatrist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Psychiatrist. Explore 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 Fanisha Porter-Bempong accepting new patients in Atlanta, GA?

    Yes, Dr. Fanisha Porter-Bempong is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Fanisha Porter-Bempong offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Porter-Bempong's office at (478) 301-4111 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Fanisha Porter-Bempong?

    Please contact Dr. Porter-Bempong's office at (478) 301-4111 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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