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Dr. Arnold Smalls, MD

Lagrange, GA

28 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Smalls, Internist in Lagrange, GA?

    Dr. Arnold Smalls, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Lagrange, GA. He has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Smalls graduated from UNIVERSITY OF PITTSBURGH SCH OF MEDICINE and completed his residency at University Of North Carolina Hospitals. Dr. Smalls is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Smalls’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Smalls’s office at (706) 882-9341.

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

    • Residency: University Of North Carolina Hospitals

    • Medical School: University of Pittsburgh Sch of Med, Pittsburgh Pa | University of Pittsburgh / Main Campus | UNIVERSITY OF PITTSBURGH SCH OF MEDICINE

    Is Dr. Smalls board certified in Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Arnold Smalls, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Smalls speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Smalls treat?

    As a Internist, Dr. Smalls 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. Smalls. 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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
    • Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • Other High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Other hyperlipidemia
    • Other high lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E7849: Other hyperlipidemia

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Kidney Problems
    • Diabetic Nerve Problems
    • Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels
    • Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
    • Diabetic Nerve Damage
    • Diabetic Polyneuropathy
    • Peripheral Neuropathy from Diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Nerve Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
    • E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
    • E1142: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic polyneuropathy

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Heart Failure
    • Hypertensive Cardiorenal Disease
    • Heart and Kidney Problems from High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
    • Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I1310: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease without heart failure, with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
    • I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease

    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:

    • Fatigue
    • Tiredness
    • Lack of energy
    • Exhaustion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R5383: Other fatigue

    Also known as:

    • Severe Obesity
    • Obesity
    • Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
    • Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
    • Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
    • Morbid Obesity
    • Extreme Obesity
    • Class 3 Obesity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories

    Also known as:

    • Other Specific B Vitamin Deficiency
    • B Vitamins
    • Malnutrition
    • Specific B Vitamin Shortage
    • Less Common B Vitamin Deficiency
    • Rare B Vitamin Deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E538: Deficiency of other specified B group vitamins

    Also known as:

    • Long-Term Blood Thinner Use
    • Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
    • Blood Thinners
    • Chronic anticoagulant therapy
    • Ongoing blood thinner treatment
    • Anticoagulant medication use
    • Chronic medication use
    • Ongoing drug treatment
    • Extended drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7901: Long term (current) use of anticoagulants
    • Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy

    Also known as:

    • Testicular Hypofunction
    • Testicular Disorder
    • Underactive Testicles
    • Low Testicular Function
    • Hypogonadism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E291: Testicular hypofunction

    Also known as:

    • Vitamin D Deficiency
    • Low Vitamin D Levels
    • Lack of Vitamin D
    • Hypovitaminosis D

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Blood Sugar
    • Blood Glucose
    • High blood glucose
    • Low blood glucose
    • Glucose intolerance

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7309: Other abnormal glucose

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    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

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    What procedures does Dr. Smalls perform?

    As a Internist, Dr. Smalls 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. Smalls. 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:

    • Impacted Ear Wax Removal (One Ear)
    • Cerumen Impaction Removal
    • Ear Wax Extraction with Tools
    • Professional Ear Cleaning

    CPT Codes:

    • 69210: Removal impacted cerumen requiring instrumentation, unilateral

    Does Dr. Smalls accept my insurance?

    Dr. Smalls accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (706) 882-9341 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Smalls accept in Lagrange, GA?

    Dr. Smalls in Lagrange, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Group Administrators Ltd

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

    • Sunrise Senior Living

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Smalls' office located?

    Dr. Arnold Smalls' Primary Practice

    1602 Vernon Rd Ste 400

    Lagrange, GA 30240

    (706) 882-9341

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

    Dr. Smalls's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1396747598.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Smalls?

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

    What is Dr. Arnold Smalls's specialty?

    Dr. Smalls is a Internist near Lagrange, GA.

    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.

    Contact Dr. Smalls to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Arnold Smalls affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Smalls is affiliated with Wellstar West Georgia Medical Center, St. Francis-Emory Healthcare, Piedmont Atlanta Hospital, Piedmont Columbus Regional - Northside Campus 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

    Where can I learn more about Internist?

    Explore Internist with 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 Arnold Smalls accepting new patients in Lagrange, GA?

    Yes, Dr. Arnold Smalls is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Arnold Smalls offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Smalls's office at (706) 882-9341 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Arnold Smalls?

    Please contact Dr. Smalls's office at (706) 882-9341 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Arnold Smalls have?

    Dr. Arnold Smalls is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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