20 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Griffis, Interventional Cardiologist in Athens, GA?
Dr. Jared Griffis, MD is an Interventional Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Athens, GA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 20 years and is board certified. Dr. Griffis completed his residency at Univ Of Fl Coll Of Med, Cardiovascular Diseases; Univ Of Fl Coll Of Med, Internal Medicine. Dr. Griffis is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Griffis’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Griffis’s office at (706) 208-3601.
Where did Dr. Griffis go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Fl Coll Of Med, Cardiovascular Diseases; Univ Of Fl Coll Of Med, Internal Medicine
Is Dr. Griffis board certified as an Interventional Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Jared Griffis, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Griffis speak?
Dr. Griffis and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Interventional Cardiologist like Dr. Griffis typically treat?
As an Interventional Cardiologist, Dr. Griffis 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. Griffis. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Cardiovascular Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- Heart Disease Screening
- Vascular Disease Check
- Cardiac Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z136: Encounter for screening for cardiovascular disorders
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
What procedures does an Interventional Cardiologist like Dr. Griffis typically perform?
As an Interventional Cardiologist, Dr. Griffis 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. Griffis. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Lung Volume and Airway Resistance Test
- Lung Diffusing Capacity Test
- Body Plethysmography
- Lung Volume Measurement
- Airway Resistance Test
- DLCO Test
- Carbon Monoxide Diffusing Capacity
- Lung Gas Exchange Test
CPT Codes:
- 94726: Plethysmography for determination of lung volumes and, when performed, airway resistance
- 94729: Diffusing capacity (eg, carbon monoxide, membrane) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Inhalation Breathing Treatment
- Nebulizer Treatment
- Aerosol Treatment
- IPPB Treatment
- Airway Obstruction Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 94640: Pressurized or nonpressurized inhalation treatment for acute airway obstruction for therapeutic purposes and/or for diagnostic purposes such as sputum induction with an aerosol generator, nebulizer, metered dose inhaler or intermittent positive pressure breathing (IPPB) device
Also known as:
- Coronary Artery Lithotripsy
- Heart artery shockwave therapy
- Intravascular lithotripsy (IVL)
- Percutaneous coronary lithotripsy
- Coronary artery calcification treatment
CPT Codes:
- 92972: Percutaneous transluminal coronary lithotripsy (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Griffis accept my insurance?
Dr. Griffis accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (706) 208-3601 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Griffis accept in Athens, GA?
Dr. Griffis in Athens, 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
State of Georgia
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Griffis' office located?
What is Dr. Griffis's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Griffis's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1356379705.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Griffis?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Griffis
What is Dr. Jared Griffis's specialty?
Dr. Griffis is a Interventional Cardiologist near Athens, GA.
What does an Interventional Cardiologist do?
A branch of medicine within cardiology that employs advanced imaging and diagnostic techniques to assess blood flow and pressure in the coronary arteries and heart chambers. This specialty also utilizes technical procedures and medications to address abnormalities that affect cardiovascular function.
Is this Dr. Jared Griffis affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Griffis is affiliated with Piedmont Athens Regional, Piedmont Walton Hospital, Piedmont Atlanta Hospital, Piedmont Eastside Medical Center, St. Mary's Hospital - Athens, Ga, Piedmont Rockdale 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 an Interventional Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Interventional Cardiologist. 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 Jared Griffis accepting new patients in Athens, GA?
Yes, Dr. Jared Griffis is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jared Griffis offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Griffis's office at (706) 208-3601 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jared Griffis?
Please contact Dr. Griffis's office at (706) 208-3601 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Jared Griffis have?
Dr. Jared Griffis is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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