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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shumate, Internist in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. Kimberly Shumate, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Atlanta, GA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Shumate completed her residency at Emory Univ Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine. Dr. Shumate is fluent in English, French, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shumate’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shumate’s office at (404) 778-6100.
Where did Dr. Shumate go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Emory Univ Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Oh State Univ Coll of Med, Columbus Oh
Is Dr. Shumate board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Kimberly Shumate, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Shumate speak?
Dr. Shumate and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Shumate typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Shumate 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. Shumate. 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:
- 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Shumate typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Kimberly Shumate may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Shumate's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Shumate accept my insurance?
Dr. Shumate accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (404) 778-6100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shumate accept in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. Shumate in Atlanta, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Shumate's office located?
Dr. Kimberly Shumate's Primary Practice
875 Johnson Ferry Rd Ste 200
Atlanta, GA 30342
(404) 778-6100
What is Dr. Shumate's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shumate's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1518997642.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shumate?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shumate
What is Dr. Kimberly Shumate's specialty?
Dr. Shumate is a Internist near Atlanta, GA.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Kimberly Shumate affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shumate is affiliated with Piedmont Atlanta Hospital, Wellstar Kennestone Regional Medical Center 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 Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Kimberly Shumate accepting new patients in Atlanta, GA?
Yes, Dr. Kimberly Shumate is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kimberly Shumate offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shumate's office at (404) 778-6100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kimberly Shumate?
Please contact Dr. Shumate's office at (404) 778-6100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Kimberly Shumate have?
Dr. Kimberly Shumate is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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