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Dr. Stephen Adams, MD
Fort Oglethorpe, GA
25 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Adams, Hospitalist in Fort Oglethorpe, GA?
Dr. Stephen Adams, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Fort Oglethorpe, GA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 25 years and is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Adams graduated from Georgetown University, Washington, DC. Dr. Adams is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Adams’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Adams’s office at (423) 778-8837.
Where did Dr. Adams go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Georgetown University, Washington, DC
Is Dr. Adams board certified in Hospitalist?
Yes, Dr. Stephen Adams, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Adams speak?
Dr. Adams and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Adams treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Adams 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. Adams. 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:
- 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:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Adams perform as a Hospitalist?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by a Dr. Stephen Adams may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Adams' office.
Does Dr. Adams accept my insurance?
Dr. Adams accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (423) 778-8837 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Adams accept in Fort Oglethorpe, GA?
Dr. Adams in Fort Oglethorpe, 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
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska
BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee
Centene
D. H. Evans Associates
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
State of Georgia
State of Tennessee
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Where is Dr. Adams' office located?
Dr. Stephen Adams' Primary Practice
100 Gross Crescent Cir
Fort Oglethorpe, GA 30742
(423) 778-8837
What is Dr. Adams's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Adams's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1598701674.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Adams?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Adams
What is Dr. Stephen Adams's specialty?
Dr. Adams is a Hospitalist near Fort Oglethorpe, GA. Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays. Contact Dr. Adams to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Stephen Adams affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Adams is affiliated with CommonSpirit - Memorial Hospital - Chattanooga, CommonSpirit - Memorial Hospital - Hixson, Erlanger Baroness 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 Stephen Adams accepting new patients in Fort Oglethorpe, GA?
Yes, Dr. Stephen Adams is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Stephen Adams offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Adams's office at (423) 778-8837 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Stephen Adams?
Please contact Dr. Adams's office at (423) 778-8837 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Stephen Adams have?
Dr. Stephen Adams is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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