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Dr. Dimitrios Dimitriades, MD

Gulfport, MS

25 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Dimitriades, Family Medicine Specialist in Gulfport, MS?

    Dr. Dimitrios Dimitriades, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Gulfport, MS with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 25 years and is board certified. Dr. Dimitriades graduated from Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans and completed his residency at Carilion Health System, Family Medicine. Dr. Dimitriades is fluent in English and Greek, Modern (1453-), and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dimitriades’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dimitriades’s office at (228) 896-4417.

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

    • Residency: Carilion Health System, Family Medicine | OMNEE/Carilion Clinic Program

    • Medical School: La State Univ Sch of Med In Shreveport, Shreveport La | Louisiana State University Health Shreveport / School of Medicine | Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans

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

    Yes, Dr. Dimitrios Dimitriades, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Dimitriades speak?

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

    • English
    • Greek, Modern (1453-)

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

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Dimitriades 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. Dimitriades. 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
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    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:

    • Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
    • Chronic medication use
    • Ongoing drug treatment
    • Extended drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Dental Screening
    • Dental Health
    • Dental Check-up
    • Oral Health Screening
    • Teeth Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1384: Encounter for screening for dental disorders

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

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

    • Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
    • Benign Skin Growth Destruction
    • Skin Lesion Excision
    • Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
    • Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions

    CPT Codes:

    • 17110: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), of benign lesions other than skin tags or cutaneous vascular proliferative lesions; up to 14 lesions

    Also known as:

    • Ingrown Toenail Removal
    • Nail Matrix Excision
    • Permanent Nail Removal
    • Deformed Nail Surgery
    • Toenail Avulsion

    CPT Codes:

    • 11750: Excision of nail and nail matrix, partial or complete (eg, ingrown or deformed nail), for permanent removal;

    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. Dimitriades accept my insurance?

    Dr. Dimitriades accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (228) 896-4417 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Dimitriades accept in Gulfport, MS?

    Dr. Dimitriades in Gulfport, MS accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Mississippi

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • State of Mississippi

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Dimitriades' office located?

    Dr. Dimitrios Dimitriades' Primary Practice

    394 Courthouse Rd Ste A

    Gulfport, MS 39507

    (228) 896-4417

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    Dr. Dimitrios Dimitriades' Practice 2

    1440 Central Ave E

    Wiggins, MS 39577

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    Dr. Dimitrios Dimitriades' Practice 3

    22 29th St Bldg 28

    Gulfport, MS 39507

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

    Dr. Dimitriades's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1851327522.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dimitriades?

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

    What is Dr. Dimitrios Dimitriades's specialty?

    Dr. Dimitriades is a Family Medicine Specialist near Gulfport, MS.

    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. Dimitrios Dimitriades affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Dimitriades is affiliated with Memorial Hospital Gulfport, Memorial Hospital Stone County, Ochsner Medical Center - Hancock, Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans, Singing River Gulfport, Slidell 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

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    Is Dr. Dimitrios Dimitriades accepting new patients in Gulfport, MS?

    Yes, Dr. Dimitrios Dimitriades is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Dimitrios Dimitriades offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Dimitriades' office at (228) 896-4417 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Dimitrios Dimitriades?

    Please contact Dr. Dimitriades' office at (228) 896-4417 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Dimitriades' office located?

    Dr. Dimitriades' offices are located in Gulfport, MS and Wiggins, MS.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Dimitrios Dimitriades have?

    Dr. Dimitrios Dimitriades is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.