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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Adkins, Anesthesiologist in Calhoun, GA?
Dr. James Adkins, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Calhoun, GA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Adkins completed his residency at Rush-Presby-St Luke'S M C, Anesthesiology. Dr. Adkins is fluent in English, Spanish, and Vietnamese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Adkins’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Adkins’s office at (404) 501-1000.
Where did Dr. Adkins go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Rush-Presby-St Luke'S M C, Anesthesiology
Medical School: University Of Il Coll Of Med- Chicago Il
Is Dr. Adkins board certified as an Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. James Adkins, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Adkins speak?
Dr. Adkins and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
Vietnamese
What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Adkins typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Adkins 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. Adkins. 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:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Dark, Tarry Stools (Melena)
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Melena
- Black Stools
- Upper GI Bleed Signs
ICD-10 Codes:
- K921: Melena
Also known as:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Swallowing Disorder
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Painful swallowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Adkins typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. James Adkins may include:
- Airway Management
- Anesthesia Consultation
- Anti-Ischemic Therapy
- Anti-Viral Therapy
- Arterial Blood Gas Sampling
- Balloon Pump
- Critical Care Anesthesia
- Endotracheal Intubation
Please contact Dr. Adkins' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Adkins accept my insurance?
Dr. Adkins accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (404) 501-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Adkins accept in Calhoun, GA?
Dr. Adkins in Calhoun, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Alliant Health Plans
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
State of Georgia
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Adkins' office located?
What is Dr. Adkins's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Adkins's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1508811373.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Adkins?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Adkins
What is Dr. James Adkins's specialty?
Dr. Adkins is a Anesthesiologist near Calhoun, GA.
What does an Anesthesiologist do?
A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.
Is this Dr. James Adkins affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Adkins is affiliated with Emory Decatur Hospital, Adventhealth Gordon, Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital - Atlanta, Piedmont Augusta Hospital 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
When to see an Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is James Adkins accepting new patients in Calhoun, GA?
Yes, Dr. James Adkins is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Adkins offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Adkins's office at (404) 501-1000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Adkins?
Please contact Dr. Adkins's office at (404) 501-1000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. James Adkins have?
Dr. James Adkins is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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