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Dr. Hillary Fitzgerald, MD
Atlanta, GA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Fitzgerald, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. Hillary Fitzgerald, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Atlanta, GA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Fitzgerald is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fitzgerald’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fitzgerald’s office.
What languages does Dr. Fitzgerald speak?
Dr. Fitzgerald and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Fitzgerald typically treat?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Fitzgerald 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. Fitzgerald. 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:
- Memory Loss
- Memory
- Amnesia
- Forgetfulness
- Loss of Recall
ICD-10 Codes:
- R413: Other amnesia
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:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Late-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- Sporadic Alzheimer's
- Alzheimer's in Older Adults
ICD-10 Codes:
- G301: Alzheimer's disease with late onset
Also known as:
- Palliative Care
- Comfort care
- Supportive care
- Symptom management care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z515: Encounter for palliative care
Also known as:
- Malaise
- Fatigue
- General discomfort
- Feeling unwell
- Unease
ICD-10 Codes:
- R5381: Other malaise
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Cognitive and Awareness Problems
- Mental Disorder
- Mental Function Issues
- Thinking Problems
- Awareness Difficulties
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4189: Other symptoms and signs involving cognitive functions and awareness
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dementia
- Cognitive decline
- Memory loss
- Brain disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F0390: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety
Also known as:
- Low Potassium
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Potassium
- Hypokalemia
- Potassium Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E876: Hypokalemia
What procedures does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Fitzgerald typically perform?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Hillary Fitzgerald may include:
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Consultation
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Follow Up
- Palliative Care
- Palliative Chemotherapy
- Pediatric Palliative Care
Please contact Dr. Fitzgerald's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Fitzgerald accept my insurance?
Dr. Fitzgerald 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. Fitzgerald accept in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. Fitzgerald 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
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota
Humana
Medica Group
Medicare
State of Minnesota
UCare Minnesota
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Fitzgerald's office located?
What is Dr. Fitzgerald's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Fitzgerald's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1538522297.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fitzgerald?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fitzgerald
What is Dr. Hillary Fitzgerald's specialty?
Dr. Fitzgerald is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist near Atlanta, GA.
What does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist do?
A family medicine physician with specialized knowledge and skills is responsible to prevent and alleviate the suffering of patients suffering from life-limiting illnesses. They collaborate with interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team in order to enhance quality of life. They also address physical, psychological, social, and spiritual needs of both patients and their families throughout the disease journey, the dying process, and beyond. This expert is proficient in assessing patients with advanced illnesses, alleviating distressing symptoms, coordinating patient- and family-centered care across various settings, utilizing specialized care systems such as hospice, managing patients who are nearing the end of life, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care.
Is this Dr. Hillary Fitzgerald affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Fitzgerald is affiliated with Olmsted Medical Center, Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital - Atlanta 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
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Is Hillary Fitzgerald accepting new patients in Atlanta, GA?
Yes, Dr. Hillary Fitzgerald is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Hillary Fitzgerald offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Fitzgerald's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Hillary Fitzgerald?
Please contact Dr. Fitzgerald's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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