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Dr. John William Souza, MD
Emergency Medicine Specialist
,Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner)
,Family Medicine Specialist
,Internist
Albany, GA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Souza, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Albany, GA?
Dr. John William Souza, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Albany, GA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Souza graduated from University Of Tx Med Sch At San Antonio. Dr. Souza is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Souza’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Souza’s office at (855) 811-6362.
Where did Dr. Souza go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University Of Tx Med Sch At San Antonio
Is Dr. Souza board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. John William Souza, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Souza speak?
Dr. Souza and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Souza typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Souza 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. Souza. 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:
- Fatigue
- Tiredness
- Lack of energy
- Exhaustion
ICD-10 Codes:
- R5383: Other fatigue
Also known as:
- Viral Infection Exposure
- Viral Infection
- Viral Disease Contact
- Suspected Viral Infection
- Exposure to Viruses
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20828: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to other viral communicable diseases
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Cough
- Cough
- Sudden cough
- Short-term cough
- New cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R051: Acute cough
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Throat pain
- Pharyngitis
- Throat discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- R070: Pain in throat
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Souza typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Souza performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Souza. 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:
- Simple Wound Repair (Small)
- Simple Repair of Skin Wound
- Simple Repair of Small Facial Wound
- Wounds and Injuries
- Minor Laceration Repair
- Superficial Wound Closure
- Small Cut Stitching
- Simple Skin Repair
- Suture of Superficial Wound
- Skin Laceration Repair
- Wound Closure
- Wounds and Injuries Treatment
- Superficial Wound Closure (Face)
- Minor Facial Laceration Repair
- Stitches for Small Face Cut
CPT Codes:
- 12001: Simple repair of superficial wounds of scalp, neck, axillae, external genitalia, trunk and/or extremities (including hands and feet); 2.5 cm or less
- 12002: Simple repair of superficial wounds of scalp, neck, axillae, external genitalia, trunk and/or extremities (including hands and feet); 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm
- 12011: Simple repair of superficial wounds of face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips and/or mucous membranes; 2.5 cm or less
Also known as:
- Abscess Drainage
- Abscess Incision and Drainage
- Abscess
- Incision and Drainage (I&D)
- Boil Lancing
- Cyst Drainage
- Skin Abscess Removal
- I&D of Abscess
- Lancing an Abscess
- Draining a Boil
CPT Codes:
- 10060: Incision and drainage of abscess (eg, carbuncle, suppurative hidradenitis, cutaneous or subcutaneous abscess, cyst, furuncle, or paronychia); simple or single
- 10061: Incision and drainage of abscess (eg, carbuncle, suppurative hidradenitis, cutaneous or subcutaneous abscess, cyst, furuncle, or paronychia); complicated or multiple
Also known as:
- Nail Removal
- Nail Plate Avulsion
- Toenail Removal
- Fingernail Removal
CPT Codes:
- 11730: Avulsion of nail plate, partial or complete, simple; single
Also known as:
- Impacted Ear Wax Removal (One Ear)
- Cerumen Impaction Removal
- Ear Wax Extraction with Tools
- Professional Ear Cleaning
CPT Codes:
- 69210: Removal impacted cerumen requiring instrumentation, unilateral
Also known as:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
- Arthrocentesis
- Major Joint Aspiration
- Bursa Injection
- Joint Fluid Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Does Dr. Souza accept my insurance?
Dr. Souza accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (855) 811-6362 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Souza accept in Albany, GA?
Dr. Souza in Albany, 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
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Souza's office located?
Dr. John William Souza's Primary Practice
2822 Nottingham Way Ste 4
Albany, GA 31707
(855) 811-6362
What is Dr. Souza's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Souza's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1699718056.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Souza?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Souza
What is Dr. John William Souza's specialty?
Dr. Souza is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Albany, 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 this Dr. John William Souza affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Souza is affiliated with Fairview Park Hospital, Piedmont Macon North Hospital, Piedmont Macon Medical Center, Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital, Piedmont Atlanta 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
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Is John William Souza accepting new patients in Albany, GA?
Yes, Dr. John William Souza is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. John William Souza offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Souza's office at (855) 811-6362 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with John William Souza?
Please contact Dr. Souza's office at (855) 811-6362 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. John William Souza have?
Dr. John William Souza is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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