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Dr. Don Abernethy, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist, Family Medicine Specialist

Commerce, GA

27 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Abernethy, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Commerce, GA?

    Dr. Don Abernethy, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Commerce, GA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 27 years. Dr. Abernethy is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Abernethy’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Abernethy’s office at (706) 335-1000.

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

    • Medical School: Mercer University School of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Abernethy speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Abernethy typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Abernethy 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. Abernethy. 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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
    • Digestive Disease
    • Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
    • Non-Bacterial Colitis
    • Gut Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • COPD Flare-Up
    • COPD
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
    • Flu
    • Influenza with Breathing Problems
    • Flu with Cough
    • Severe Flu

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations

    Also known as:

    • Dehydration
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Lack of Fluids
    • Fluid Loss
    • Body Water Depletion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E860: Dehydration

    Also known as:

    • Strain of Lower Back Muscles, Fascia, and Tendons
    • Sprains and Strains
    • Pulled lower back muscle
    • Lumbar muscle strain
    • Back tendon strain
    • Lower back soft tissue strain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S39012A: Strain of muscle, fascia and tendon of lower back, initial encounter

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Abernethy typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Don Abernethy may include:

    Please contact Dr. Abernethy's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Abernethy accept my insurance?

    Dr. Abernethy accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (706) 335-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Abernethy accept in Commerce, GA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

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    Where is Dr. Abernethy's office located?

    Dr. Don Abernethy's Primary Practice

    70 Medical Center Dr

    Commerce, GA 30529

    (706) 335-1000

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    Dr. Don Abernethy's Practice 2

    367 Clear Creek Pkwy

    Lavonia, GA 30553

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

    Dr. Abernethy's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1013957844.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Abernethy?

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

    What is Dr. Don Abernethy's specialty?

    Dr. Abernethy is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Commerce, GA.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is Dr. Don Abernethy affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Abernethy is affiliated with St. Mary's Hospital - Athens, Ga, Piedmont Athens Regional, Northeast Georgia Medical Center Gainesville 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. 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 Dr. Don Abernethy accepting new patients in Commerce, GA?

    Yes, Dr. Don Abernethy is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Don Abernethy offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Abernethy's office at (706) 335-1000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Don Abernethy?

    Please contact Dr. Abernethy's office at (706) 335-1000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Abernethy's office located?

    Dr. Abernethy's offices are located in Commerce, GA and Lavonia, GA.