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Dr. Craig Patterson, MD

Atlanta, GA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Patterson, Critical Care Internist in Atlanta, GA?

    Dr. Craig Patterson, MD is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in Atlanta, GA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Patterson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Patterson’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Patterson’s office.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Patterson?

    Dr. Craig Patterson, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Critical Care Internist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Patterson empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Critical Care, Pulmonary Hypertension, Thromboembolic Disorders, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Atlanta/GA community, Dr. Patterson is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    Is Dr. Patterson board certified in Critical Care Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Craig Patterson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Patterson speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Patterson treat?

    As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Patterson 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. Patterson. 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
    • 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
    • Long-term lung failure with low oxygen
    • Chronic hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Ongoing breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9611: Chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Dyspnea
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Moderate Persistent Asthma
    • Severe Persistent Asthma
    • Asthma
    • Ongoing Moderate Asthma
    • Regular Moderate Asthma
    • Chronic Moderate Asthma
    • Chronic Severe Asthma
    • Difficult-to-Treat Asthma
    • Severe Asthma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated
    • J4550: Severe persistent asthma, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Secondary Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension
    • Pulmonary Hypertension
    • Pulmonary arterial hypertension
    • High blood pressure in lung arteries (secondary)
    • Secondary PAH
    • Lung artery hypertension from other causes
    • High Blood Pressure in Lungs
    • Lung Hypertension
    • High Lung Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2721: Secondary pulmonary arterial hypertension
    • I2720: Pulmonary hypertension, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Cough
    • Cough
    • Persistent cough
    • Long-lasting cough
    • Ongoing cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R053: Chronic cough

    Also known as:

    • Pulmonary Embolism
    • Blood clot in lung
    • Lung embolism
    • PE

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2699: Other pulmonary embolism without acute cor pulmonale

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Other Lung Disease
    • Lung Disease
    • Various lung conditions
    • Unspecified lung disorder
    • Miscellaneous lung problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J984: Other disorders of lung

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
    • Unusual Lung Scan Results
    • Atypical Lung Imaging
    • Nonspecific Lung Abnormality

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field

    Also known as:

    • Pleural Effusion
    • Pleural Disorder
    • Fluid in lungs
    • Water on the lung
    • Fluid around lungs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Findings on Scans of Other Specific Body Structures
    • Unusual Scan Results (Other Body Parts)
    • Atypical Imaging Findings (Other)
    • Abnormal X-ray/MRI/CT (Other)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R9389: Abnormal findings on diagnostic imaging of other specified body structures

    Also known as:

    • Obstructive Sleep Apnea
    • Sleep Apnea
    • Obstructive sleep apnea
    • OSA
    • Blocked airway during sleep
    • Snoring and gasping during sleep

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)

    Which procedures does Dr. Patterson perform as a Critical Care Internist?

    As a Critical Care Internist, procedures performed by a Dr. Craig Patterson may include:

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

    Does Dr. Patterson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Patterson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Patterson accept in Atlanta, GA?

    Dr. Patterson in Atlanta, 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)

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Georgia

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Patterson's office located?

    Dr. Craig Patterson's Primary Practice

    275 Collier Rd NW Ste 300

    Atlanta, GA 30309

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    Dr. Craig Patterson's Practice 2

    1265 Highway 54 W Ste 500A

    Fayetteville, GA 30214

    (770) 506-1500

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    Dr. Craig Patterson's Practice 3

    3820 Medical Park Dr # 1000

    Austell, GA 30106

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

    Dr. Patterson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063624377.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Patterson?

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

    What is Dr. Craig Patterson's specialty?

    Dr. Patterson is a Critical Care Internist near Atlanta, GA. An internist specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and support of patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may hold administrative responsibilities within intensive care units and plays a key role in facilitating and coordinating patient care among primary physicians, critical care staff, and other specialists. Contact Dr. Patterson to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Craig Patterson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Patterson is affiliated with Piedmont Atlanta 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 Critical Care Internist?

    Explore Critical Care 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 Craig Patterson accepting new patients in Atlanta, GA?

    Yes, Dr. Craig Patterson is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Craig Patterson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Patterson's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Craig Patterson?

    Please contact Dr. Patterson's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Craig Patterson have?

    Dr. Craig Patterson is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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