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Dr. Wendy Russell, MD

Atlanta, GA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Russell, Family Medicine Specialist in Atlanta, GA?

    Dr. Wendy Russell, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Atlanta, GA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Russell is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Russell’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Russell’s office at (770) 502-2121.

    What languages does Dr. Russell speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

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

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

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Acute Cough
    • Cough
    • Sudden cough
    • Short-term cough
    • New cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R051: Acute cough

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, 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:

    • Stuffy Nose
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Blocked nose
    • Nasal congestion
    • Congested nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0981: Nasal congestion

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, 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

    Also known as:

    • Other Acute Sinus Infection
    • Sinusitis
    • Other acute sinusitis
    • Unspecified acute sinus inflammation
    • Different types of acute sinus infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J0180: Other acute sinusitis

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

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Wendy Russell may include:

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

    Does Dr. Russell accept my insurance?

    Dr. Russell accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (770) 502-2121 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Russell accept in Atlanta, GA?

    Dr. Russell in Atlanta, 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

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Russell's office located?

    Dr. Wendy Russell's Primary Practice

    2292 Peachtree Rd NW

    Atlanta, GA 30309

    (770) 502-2121

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    Wellstreet Urgent Care

    3999 Austell Rd Ste 901

    Austell, GA 30106

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

    Dr. Russell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1679575997.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Russell?

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

    What is Dr. Wendy Russell's specialty?

    Dr. Russell is a Family Medicine Specialist near Atlanta, GA.

    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 this Dr. Wendy Russell affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Russell is affiliated with Piedmont Fayette Hospital, Piedmont Atlanta Hospital, Emory Decatur Hospital, Piedmont Columbus Regional - Northside Campus, Piedmont Henry Hospital, Northside Hospital Atlanta 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

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family 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 Wendy Russell accepting new patients in Atlanta, GA?

    Yes, Dr. Wendy Russell is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Wendy Russell offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Russell's office at (770) 502-2121 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Wendy Russell?

    Please contact Dr. Russell's office at (770) 502-2121 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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