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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. 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 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 as an 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 an Internist like Dr. Smalls typically treat?
As an 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Other High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Other hyperlipidemia
- Other high lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7849: Other hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- Fatigue
- Tiredness
- Lack of energy
- Exhaustion
ICD-10 Codes:
- R5383: Other fatigue
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 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:
- 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:
- Vitamin D Deficiency
- Low Vitamin D Levels
- Lack of Vitamin D
- Hypovitaminosis D
ICD-10 Codes:
- E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified
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
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Smalls typically perform?
As an 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
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 Blue Shield of Michigan
Carepoint Health
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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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
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.
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. Arnold Smalls affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Smalls is affiliated with Wellstar West Georgia Medical Center, Jack Hughston Memorial Hospital, Wellstar Kennestone Regional Medical Center, Wellstar North Fulton Medical Center, St. Francis-Emory Healthcare, Piedmont Atlanta 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 Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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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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