Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Close, Hospitalist in Savannah, GA?
Dr. Brian Close, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Savannah, GA. Dr. Close is fluent in English, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Close’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Close’s office at (718) 771-0400.
What languages does Dr. Close speak?
Dr. Close and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Close typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Close 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. Close. 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:
- 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
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:
- Brain disease (encephalopathy)
- Brain Disease
- Brain disorder
- Brain dysfunction
- Encephalopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, 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:
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Bowel Obstruction
- Blocked Intestines
- Gut Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Close typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Brian Close may include:
Please contact Dr. Close's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Close accept my insurance?
Dr. Close accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 771-0400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Close accept in Savannah, GA?
Dr. Close in Savannah, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
State of Georgia
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Close's office located?
Dr. Brian Close's Primary Practice
5354 Reynolds St Ste 424
Savannah, GA 31405
(718) 771-0400
What is Dr. Close's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Close's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1639697246.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Close?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Close
What is Dr. Brian Close's specialty?
Dr. Close is a Hospitalist near Savannah, 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. Brian Close affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Close is affiliated with Candler Hospital, St. Joseph's Hospital - Savannah, Ga, Memorial Satilla Health, East Georgia Regional Medical Center 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 Brian Close accepting new patients in Savannah, GA?
No, Dr. Brian Close is not accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Brian Close offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Close's office at (718) 771-0400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Brian Close?
Please contact Dr. Close's office at (718) 771-0400 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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