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Dr. Andrew Mecca, MD

Dr. Andrew Mecca, MD

Family Medicine Specialist

Columbus, GA

30 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Mecca, Family Medicine Specialist in Columbus, GA?

    Dr. Andrew Mecca, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Columbus, GA. He has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified. Dr. Mecca graduated from SUNY School Of Medicine and completed his residency at St. Clare's Hospital. Dr. Mecca is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mecca’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mecca’s office at (706) 322-2223.

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

    • Residency: St. Clare's Hospital

    • Medical School: Suny-Hlth Sci Ctr At Syracuse, Coll of Med, Syracuse Ny | SUNY School Of Medicine

    Is Dr. Mecca board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Andrew Mecca, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Mecca speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Mecca typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Mecca 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. Mecca. 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:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart Disease
    • Heart Disease
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Cardiomyopathy
    • Heart Problems from High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I119: Hypertensive heart disease without heart failure

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical 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:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    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
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Mecca typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Mecca 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. Mecca. 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:

    • 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

    Does Dr. Mecca accept my insurance?

    Dr. Mecca accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (706) 322-2223 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Mecca accept in Columbus, GA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • CareSource

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Georgia

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Mecca's office located?

    Dr. Andrew Mecca's Primary Practice

    5612 Whitesville Rd

    Columbus, GA 31904

    (706) 322-2223

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

    Dr. Mecca's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1659316362.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mecca?

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

    What is Dr. Andrew Mecca's specialty?

    Dr. Mecca is a Family Medicine Specialist near Columbus, GA.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

    Is Dr. Andrew Mecca affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Mecca is affiliated with Piedmont Columbus Regional - Northside Campus, St. Francis-Emory Healthcare, Piedmont Atlanta Hospital, Jack Hughston Memorial 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 a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family 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. Andrew Mecca accepting new patients in Columbus, GA?

    Yes, Dr. Andrew Mecca is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Andrew Mecca offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Mecca's office at (706) 322-2223 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Andrew Mecca?

    Please contact Dr. Mecca's office at (706) 322-2223 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Mecca's office located?

    Dr. Mecca's office is located in Columbus, GA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Andrew Mecca have?

    Dr. Andrew Mecca is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.