Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Josephson, Pediatrician in Alpharetta, GA?
Dr. Douglas Josephson, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Alpharetta, GA. He is board certified. Dr. Josephson graduated from University of Florida College of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Of Co Sch Of Med, Pediatrics. Dr. Josephson is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Josephson’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Josephson’s office at (770) 343-9900.
Where did Dr. Josephson go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Co Sch Of Med, Pediatrics | University Colo/Chldns Hospital | University of Colorado Program A
Medical School: University of Fl Coll of Med, Gainesville | University of Florida College of Medicine
Is Dr. Josephson board certified as a Pediatrician?
Yes, Dr. Douglas Josephson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Josephson speak?
Dr. Josephson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Josephson treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Josephson 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. Josephson. 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:
- 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Head Cold
- Nasal Congestion
- Upper Respiratory Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J00: Acute nasopharyngitis [common cold]
Also known as:
- Dual Sensory Impairment
- Hearing Disorder and Deafness
- Vision Impairment and Blindness
- Deafblindness
- Combined hearing and vision loss
- Multi-sensory impairment
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7382: Dual sensory impairment
Also known as:
- Newborn Affected by Breech Delivery
- Childbirth Problems
- Infant affected by breech birth
- Baby affected by feet-first delivery
- Newborn with breech presentation complications
- Neonatal effects of breech delivery
ICD-10 Codes:
- P030: Newborn affected by breech delivery and extraction
Also known as:
- Depression Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
Also known as:
- Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Routine child exam with issues
- Pediatric checkup with concerns
- Child wellness visit with abnormal results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Josephson perform as a Pediatrician?
As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Douglas Josephson may include:
- 12 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 15 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 18 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 1 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 24 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Week Well Baby Checkup
- 30 Month Well-Baby Checkup
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Josephson's office.
Does Dr. Josephson accept my insurance?
Dr. Josephson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (770) 343-9900 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Josephson accept in Alpharetta, GA?
Dr. Josephson in Alpharetta, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
CareSource
Cigna
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Medicaid
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Josephson's office located?
Dr. Douglas Josephson's Primary Practice
12385 Crabapple Rd
Alpharetta, GA 30004
(770) 343-9900
What is Dr. Josephson's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Josephson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1376570192.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Josephson?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Josephson
What is Dr. Douglas Josephson's specialty?
Dr. Josephson is a Pediatrician near Alpharetta, GA. A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development. Contact Dr. Josephson to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Douglas Josephson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Josephson is affiliated with Piedmont Athens Regional which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
Where can I learn more about Pediatrician?
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Is Douglas Josephson accepting new patients in Alpharetta, GA?
Yes, Dr. Douglas Josephson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Douglas Josephson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Josephson's office at (770) 343-9900 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Douglas Josephson?
Please contact Dr. Josephson's office at (770) 343-9900 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Douglas Josephson have?
Dr. Douglas Josephson is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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