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Dr. Faraz Alwani, MD

Dawsonville, GA

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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Alwani, Family Medicine Specialist in Dawsonville, GA?

    Dr. Faraz Alwani, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Dawsonville, GA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Alwani is fluent in English, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alwani’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alwani’s office at (706) 216-6000.

    What languages does Dr. Alwani speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Alwani treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Alwani 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. Alwani. 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:

    • Critical Illness Myopathy
    • Muscle Disorder
    • ICU-acquired weakness
    • Critical care myopathy
    • Muscle weakness after severe illness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G7281: Critical illness myopathy

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Other Orthopedic Aftercare
    • General orthopedic recovery
    • Musculoskeletal post-op care
    • Bone and joint follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare

    Also known as:

    • Joint Replacement Aftercare
    • Hip Replacement
    • Joint Disorder
    • Knee Replacement
    • Post-joint replacement care
    • Joint surgery recovery
    • Orthopedic aftercare

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z471: Aftercare following joint replacement surgery

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Disorder
    • Muscle disease
    • Muscle weakness
    • Myopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G729: Myopathy, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
    • Paralysis
    • Stroke
    • Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
    • Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
    • Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
    • Hemiparesis after brain infarction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I69354: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting left non-dominant side

    Which procedures does Dr. Alwani perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Faraz Alwani may include:

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

    Does Dr. Alwani accept my insurance?

    Dr. Alwani accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (706) 216-6000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Alwani accept in Dawsonville, GA?

    Dr. Alwani in Dawsonville, 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

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Louisiana

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Alwani's office located?

    Dr. Faraz Alwani's Primary Practice

    81 Northside Dawson Dr Ste 100

    Dawsonville, GA 30534

    (706) 216-6000

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    Dr. Faraz Alwani's Practice 2

    684 Sixes Rd Ste 125A

    Holly Springs, GA 30115

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    Dr. Faraz Alwani's Practice 3

    610 Peachtree Pkwy Ste 130

    Cumming, GA 30041

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

    Dr. Alwani's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1104352921.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alwani?

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

    What is Dr. Faraz Alwani's specialty?

    Dr. Alwani is a Family Medicine Specialist near Dawsonville, GA. Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care. Contact Dr. Alwani to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Faraz Alwani affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Alwani is affiliated with Christus Highland Medical Center 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 Family Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Family Medicine Specialist 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 Faraz Alwani accepting new patients in Dawsonville, GA?

    No, Dr. Faraz Alwani is not accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Faraz Alwani offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Alwani's office at (706) 216-6000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Faraz Alwani?

    Please contact Dr. Alwani's office at (706) 216-6000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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