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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. Dr. Griffin is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Griffin’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare 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 a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Griffin typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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:
- Malaise
- Fatigue
- General discomfort
- Feeling unwell
- Unease
ICD-10 Codes:
- R5381: Other malaise
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:
- Prediabetes
- Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
- Borderline diabetes
- Insulin resistance
- High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7303: Prediabetes
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Griffin typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. James Griffin may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Griffin's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
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
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Griffin's office located?
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.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
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.
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
When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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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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