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Who is Dr. Baxter, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Dothan, AL?
Dr. George Baxter, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Dothan, AL with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Baxter is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Baxter’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Baxter’s office at (251) 435-2646.
Is Dr. Baxter board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. George Baxter, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Baxter speak?
Dr. Baxter and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Baxter treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Baxter 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. Baxter. 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 Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
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:
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- GI Bleeding
- Internal Digestive Bleeding
- Digestive Tract Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Baxter perform as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. George Baxter may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Baxter's office.
Does Dr. Baxter accept my insurance?
Dr. Baxter accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (251) 435-2646 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Baxter accept in Dothan, AL?
Dr. Baxter in Dothan, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)
Christian Healthcare Ministries
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Medicare
State of Tennessee
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Where is Dr. Baxter's office located?
What is Dr. Baxter's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Baxter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1104858067.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Baxter?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Baxter
What is Dr. George Baxter's specialty?
Dr. Baxter is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Dothan, AL. An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries. Contact Dr. Baxter to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. George Baxter affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Baxter is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?
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Is George Baxter accepting new patients in Dothan, AL?
Yes, Dr. George Baxter is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. George Baxter offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Baxter's office at (251) 435-2646 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with George Baxter?
Please contact Dr. Baxter's office at (251) 435-2646 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. George Baxter have?
Dr. George Baxter is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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