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Who is Dr. Garriss, Internist in Nashville, TN?
Dr. George Garriss, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Nashville, TN with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Garriss is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Garriss’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Garriss’s office at (470) 956-2020.
Where did Dr. Garriss go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University Of Nc At Chapel Hill Sch Of Med- Chapel Hill Nc
Is Dr. Garriss board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. George Garriss, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Garriss speak?
Dr. Garriss and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Garriss typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Garriss 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. Garriss. 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:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Long-standing Atrial Fibrillation
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Chronic AFib
- Long-term AFib
- Permanent AFib
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4811: Longstanding persistent atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Garriss typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. George Garriss may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Garriss' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Garriss accept my insurance?
Dr. Garriss accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (470) 956-2020 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Garriss accept in Nashville, TN?
Dr. Garriss in Nashville, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Allied Benefit Systems
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee
Cigna Group
Medicare
Oscar Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Garriss' office located?
Dr. George Garriss' Primary Practice
1301 Medical Center Dr
Nashville, TN 37232
(470) 956-2020
What is Dr. Garriss's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Garriss's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1760687131.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Garriss?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Garriss
What is Dr. George Garriss's specialty?
Dr. Garriss is a Internist near Nashville, TN.
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. George Garriss affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Garriss is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Vanderbilt University Medical Center. 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
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Is George Garriss accepting new patients in Nashville, TN?
Yes, Dr. George Garriss is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. George Garriss offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Garriss's office at (470) 956-2020 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with George Garriss?
Please contact Dr. Garriss's office at (470) 956-2020 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. George Garriss have?
Dr. George Garriss is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and American Board of Pediatrics.
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