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Dr. Joseph Smiddy, MD

Dr. Joseph Smiddy, MD

Atlanta, GA

26 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Smiddy, Internist in Atlanta, GA?

    Dr. Joseph Smiddy, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Atlanta, GA. He has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Smiddy graduated from Georgetown University, Washington, DC and completed his residency at Boston Medical Center, Internal Medicine. Dr. Smiddy is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Smiddy’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Smiddy’s office at (404) 228-2648.

    Where did Dr. Smiddy go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Boston Medical Center, Internal Medicine | Boston Medical Center | Boston University Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: University of Tn, Memphis, Coll of Med, Memphis Tn | Georgetown University, Washington, DC

    Is Dr. Smiddy board certified in Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Joseph Smiddy, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Smiddy speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Smiddy treat?

    As a Internist, Dr. Smiddy 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. Smiddy. 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:

    • Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult Physical Exam with Issues
    • Routine Checkup with Concerns
    • General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Endocrine Disorder
    • Endocrine Disease
    • Hormone disorder
    • Gland problem

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E349: Endocrine disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • ADHD, Predominantly Inattentive Type
    • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
    • Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
    • ADD
    • Inattentive ADHD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F900: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, predominantly inattentive type

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • HIV Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter
    • PrEP for HIV
    • HIV Prevention Medication
    • Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization
    • Z2981: Encounter for HIV pre-exposure prophylaxis

    Also known as:

    • HIV
    • Human Immunodeficiency Virus
    • AIDS virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease

    Also known as:

    • Generalized Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • GAD
    • Chronic Worry
    • Excessive Worry Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F411: Generalized anxiety disorder

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Exposure to HIV
    • Exposure to Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI)
    • HIV
    • Sexually Transmitted Infection
    • HIV contact
    • Suspected HIV exposure
    • Human immunodeficiency virus exposure
    • Contact with STD
    • Suspected STI exposure
    • Sexual disease contact

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z206: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to human immunodeficiency virus [HIV]
    • Z202: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to infections with a predominantly sexual mode of transmission

    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:

    • Moderate Recurrent Major Depression
    • Depression
    • Moderate chronic depression
    • Moderate recurring depression
    • Moderate depressive episodes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F331: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, moderate

    Also known as:

    • Testicular Hypofunction
    • Testicular Disorder
    • Underactive Testicles
    • Low Testicular Function
    • Hypogonadism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E291: Testicular hypofunction

    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:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    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:

    • Other Specific B Vitamin Deficiency
    • B Vitamins
    • Malnutrition
    • Specific B Vitamin Shortage
    • Less Common B Vitamin Deficiency
    • Rare B Vitamin Deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E538: Deficiency of other specified B group vitamins

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
    • Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
    • ADHD
    • ADD
    • Hyperactivity Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F909: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, unspecified type

    Which procedures does Dr. Smiddy perform as a Internist?

    As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Joseph Smiddy may include:

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

    Does Dr. Smiddy accept my insurance?

    Dr. Smiddy accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (404) 228-2648 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Smiddy accept in Atlanta, GA?

    Dr. Smiddy in Atlanta, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • MedImpact

    • Oscar Health Insurance Co

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Smiddy's office located?

    Dr. Joseph Smiddy's Primary Practice

    1700 Briarcliff Rd NE

    Atlanta, GA 30306

    (404) 228-2648

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

    Dr. Smiddy's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1841246006.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Smiddy?

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

    What is Dr. Joseph Smiddy's specialty?

    Dr. Smiddy is a Internist near Atlanta, GA.

    A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

    Contact Dr. Smiddy to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Joseph Smiddy affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Smiddy is affiliated with Piedmont Atlanta Hospital, Emory Decatur Hospital, CHRISTUS St. Vincent Regional Medical Center, Piedmont Eastside Medical Center, Piedmont Henry Hospital, Northside Hospital Atlanta 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

    Where can I learn more about Internist?

    Explore Internist 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 Joseph Smiddy accepting new patients in Atlanta, GA?

    Yes, Dr. Joseph Smiddy is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Joseph Smiddy offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Smiddy's office at (404) 228-2648 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Joseph Smiddy?

    Please contact Dr. Smiddy's office at (404) 228-2648 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Joseph Smiddy have?

    Dr. Joseph Smiddy is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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