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16 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Online booking
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Isom, Internist in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. Joel Isom, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Atlanta, GA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 16 years. Dr. Isom graduated from Meharry Medicine Coll Sch Of Medicine. Dr. Isom is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Isom’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Isom’s office at (404) 222-9914.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Isom?
Dr. Joel Isom, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Internist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Isom empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Cholesterol/Lipid Disorders, Diabetes, Hypertension, Preventive Medicine, Primary Care, Telemedicine, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Atlanta, GA community, Dr. Isom is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Isom go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Meharry Medicine Coll Sch Of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Isom speak?
Dr. Isom and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Isom typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Isom 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. Isom. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Vitamin D Deficiency
- Low Vitamin D Levels
- Lack of Vitamin D
- Hypovitaminosis D
ICD-10 Codes:
- E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Isom typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Isom performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Isom. 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:
- Nail Debridement (1-5 Nails)
- Thick Nail Trimming
- Fungal Nail Treatment
- Nail Cleaning Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 11720: Debridement of nail(s) by any method(s); 1 to 5
Does Dr. Isom accept my insurance?
Dr. Isom accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (404) 222-9914 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Isom accept in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. Isom in Atlanta, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
Oscar Health
Sonder Health Plans
State of Georgia
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Isom's office located?
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Joel Isom?
Dr. Isom has appointments available at his Atlanta, GA office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.
What is Dr. Isom's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Isom's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1194930222.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Isom?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Isom
What is Dr. Joel Isom's specialty?
Dr. Isom is a Internist near Atlanta, GA.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Joel Isom affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Isom is affiliated with Emory University 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Joel Isom accepting new patients in Atlanta, GA?
Yes, Dr. Joel Isom is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joel Isom offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Isom, or call (404) 222-9914 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Joel Isom?
Please contact Dr. Isom's office at (404) 222-9914 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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