Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Rathinam, Hospitalist in Athens, GA?
Dr. Alfred Rathinam, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Athens, GA. Dr. Rathinam is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rathinam’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rathinam’s office at (706) 475-5076.
What languages does Dr. Rathinam speak?
Dr. Rathinam and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Rathinam typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Rathinam 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. Rathinam. 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:
- Palliative Care
- Comfort care
- Supportive care
- Symptom management care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z515: Encounter for palliative care
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Unstable Angina (Sudden Chest Pain)
- Angina
- Unstable Angina
- Acute Angina
- Worsening Angina
ICD-10 Codes:
- I200: Unstable angina
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Rathinam typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Alfred Rathinam may include:
Please contact Dr. Rathinam's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Rathinam accept my insurance?
Dr. Rathinam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (706) 475-5076 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Rathinam accept in Athens, GA?
Dr. Rathinam in Athens, 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 Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
State of Georgia
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Rathinam's office located?
What is Dr. Rathinam's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Rathinam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1629287776.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rathinam?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Rathinam
What is Dr. Alfred Rathinam's specialty?
Dr. Rathinam is a Hospitalist near Athens, GA.
What does a Hospitalist do?
Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.
Is this Dr. Alfred Rathinam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Rathinam is affiliated with Piedmont Athens Regional, Piedmont Rockdale Hospital 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 Alfred Rathinam accepting new patients in Athens, GA?
Yes, Dr. Alfred Rathinam is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alfred Rathinam offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Rathinam's office at (706) 475-5076 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alfred Rathinam?
Please contact Dr. Rathinam's office at (706) 475-5076 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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