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Dr. James Griffin, MD

New Augusta, MS

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    Who is Dr. Griffin, Family Medicine Specialist in New Augusta, MS?

    Dr. James Griffin, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in New Augusta, MS with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Griffin is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Griffin’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Griffin’s office at (601) 964-8391.

    What languages does Dr. Griffin speak?

    Dr. Griffin and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Griffin treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Griffin 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. Griffin. 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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Obesity
    • Severe Obesity
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    • Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
    • Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
    • Excess Weight
    • Being Overweight
    • High BMI
    • Morbid Obesity
    • Extreme Obesity
    • Class 3 Obesity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E669: Obesity, unspecified
    • E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories

    Also known as:

    • Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Mixed hyperlipidemia
    • Combined hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Malaise
    • Fatigue
    • General discomfort
    • Feeling unwell
    • Unease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R5381: Other malaise

    Also known as:

    • Prediabetes
    • Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
    • Borderline diabetes
    • Insulin resistance
    • High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7303: Prediabetes

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19 Testing
    • Coronavirus Test
    • SARS-CoV-2 Test
    • COVID Test

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1152: Encounter for screening for COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Other Specific Healthcare Encounters
    • Special Medical Visits
    • Unusual Doctor Appointments
    • Healthcare for Unique Situations

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7689: Persons encountering health services in other specified circumstances

    Also known as:

    • Nutrition Counseling
    • Nutrition
    • Dietary advice
    • Nutritional guidance
    • Healthy eating counseling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z713: Dietary counseling and surveillance

    Which procedures does Dr. Griffin perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. James Griffin may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Griffin's office.

    Does Dr. Griffin accept my insurance?

    Dr. Griffin accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (601) 964-8391 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Griffin accept in New Augusta, MS?

    Dr. Griffin in New Augusta, MS accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • AFLAC

    • All Other Third Party

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • United Airlines

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    Where is Dr. Griffin's office located?

    Dr. James Griffin's Primary Practice

    404 S Main St

    New Augusta, MS 39462

    (601) 964-8391

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    Dr. James Griffin's Practice 2

    66 Old Airport Rd

    Hattiesburg, MS 39401

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    What is Dr. Griffin's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Griffin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1720274327.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Griffin?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Griffin

    What is Dr. James Griffin's specialty?

    Dr. Griffin is a Family Medicine Specialist near New Augusta, MS. Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care. Contact Dr. Griffin to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. James Griffin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Griffin 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 Family Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Family Medicine Specialist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is James Griffin accepting new patients in New Augusta, MS?

    Yes, Dr. James Griffin is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. James Griffin offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Griffin's office at (601) 964-8391 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with James Griffin?

    Please contact Dr. Griffin's office at (601) 964-8391 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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