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33 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Online booking
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Tega, Pediatrician in Newnan, GA?
Dr. Fred Tega, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Newnan, GA. He has been practicing for over 33 years and is board certified. Dr. Tega is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tega’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tega’s office at (770) 251-5253.
Where did Dr. Tega go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Ibadan Medical School, Ibadan | Eberhard Karls University Tuebingen Faculty of Medicine
Is Dr. Tega board certified as a Pediatrician?
Yes, Dr. Fred Tega, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Tega speak?
Dr. Tega and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Tega typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Tega 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. Tega. 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:
- Nutrition Counseling
- Nutrition
- Dietary advice
- Nutritional guidance
- Healthy eating counseling
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z713: Dietary counseling and surveillance
Also known as:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Depression Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
Also known as:
- Preventive Fluoride Treatment
- Fluoride application
- Dental fluoride treatment
- Prophylactic fluoride
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z293: Encounter for prophylactic fluoride administration
Also known as:
- Lipid Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- Cholesterol Screening
- Fat Metabolism Disorder Screening
- Lipid Panel Test
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z13220: Encounter for screening for lipoid disorders
Also known as:
- Acute Cough
- Cough
- Sudden cough
- Short-term cough
- New cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R051: Acute cough
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Tega typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Fred Tega may include:
- 12 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 15 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 18 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 1 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 24 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Week Well Baby Checkup
- 30 Month Well-Baby Checkup
Please contact Dr. Tega's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Tega accept my insurance?
Dr. Tega accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (770) 251-5253 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tega accept in Newnan, GA?
Dr. Tega in Newnan, 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
CareSource
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
State of Georgia
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Tega's office located?
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Fred Tega?
Dr. Tega has appointments available at his Newnan, GA office. Please select a date and time below.
What is Dr. Tega's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tega's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1043265259.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tega?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tega
What is Dr. Fred Tega's specialty?
Dr. Tega is a Pediatrician near Newnan, GA.
What does a Pediatrician do?
A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.
Is this Dr. Fred Tega affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Tega is affiliated with Piedmont Fayette Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 a Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatrician. Explore 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 Fred Tega accepting new patients in Newnan, GA?
Yes, Dr. Fred Tega is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Fred Tega offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Tega, or call (770) 251-5253 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Fred Tega?
Please contact Dr. Tega's office at (770) 251-5253 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Fred Tega have?
Dr. Fred Tega is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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