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Dr. Rolando Torres, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Augusta, GA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Torres, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Augusta, GA?

    Dr. Rolando Torres, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Augusta, GA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Torres completed his residency at Darnall Army Comm Hosp, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Torres is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Torres’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Torres’s office at (706) 787-2264.

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

    • Residency: Darnall Army Comm Hosp, Emergency Medicine

    • Medical School: Uniformed Services University of The Health Sciences,Bethesda

    Is Dr. Torres board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Rolando Torres, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Torres speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Torres typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Torres 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. Torres. 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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Bladder Inflammation
    • Bladder Disease
    • Cystitis
    • Bladder Infection
    • Painful Bladder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N3090: Cystitis, unspecified without hematuria

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
    • Digestive Disease
    • Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
    • Non-Bacterial Colitis
    • Gut Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Torres typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Rolando Torres may include:

    Please contact Dr. Torres' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Torres accept my insurance?

    Dr. Torres accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (706) 787-2264 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Torres accept in Augusta, GA?

    Dr. Torres in Augusta, 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. Torres' office located?

    Department Of Emergency Medicine

    300 W Hospital Rd

    Augusta, GA 30905

    (706) 787-2264

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    Dr. Rolando Torres' Practice 2

    5401 Lake Oconee Pkwy

    Greensboro, GA 30642

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    Dr. Rolando Torres' Practice 3

    1230 Baxter St

    Athens, GA 30606

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

    Dr. Torres's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1528097003.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Torres?

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

    What is Dr. Rolando Torres's specialty?

    Dr. Torres is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Augusta, GA.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is Dr. Rolando Torres affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Torres is affiliated with Piedmont Augusta Hospital, Piedmont Eastside Medical Center, Piedmont Eastside Medical Center, Doctors Hospital, Piedmont Athens Regional 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency 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. Rolando Torres accepting new patients in Augusta, GA?

    Yes, Dr. Rolando Torres is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Rolando Torres offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Torres' office at (706) 787-2264 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Rolando Torres?

    Please contact Dr. Torres' office at (706) 787-2264 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Torres' office located?

    Dr. Torres' offices are located in Augusta, GA, Greensboro, GA, and Athens, GA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Rolando Torres have?

    Dr. Rolando Torres is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.