43 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Prokesch, Infectious Disease Specialist in Riverdale, GA?
Dr. Richard Prokesch, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Riverdale, GA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 43 years and is board certified. Dr. Prokesch graduated from New York Medical College and completed his residency at Emory Univ Hosp, Infectious Diseases; Grady Mem Hosp, Internal Medicine; Grady Mem Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Prokesch is fluent in English, Hebrew, Korean, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Prokesch’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Prokesch’s office at (770) 991-1500.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Prokesch?
Dr. Richard Prokesch, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Infectious Disease Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Prokesch empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in HIV/AIDS, Travel Medicine, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Riverdale, GA community, Dr. Prokesch is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Prokesch go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Emory Univ Hosp, Infectious Diseases; Grady Mem Hosp, Internal Medicine; Grady Mem Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year | EMORY HEALTHCARE
Medical School: New York Med Coll- Valhalla Ny | New York Medical College | Medical Center Of Iran
Is Dr. Prokesch board certified as an Infectious Disease Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Richard Prokesch, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Prokesch speak?
Dr. Prokesch and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hebrew
Korean
Spanish
What conditions does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Prokesch typically treat?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Prokesch 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. Prokesch. 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:
- HIV
- Human Immunodeficiency Virus
- AIDS virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Blood Infection
- Sepsis
- Bacteremia
- Bacteria in blood
- Bloodstream infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7881: Bacteremia
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Prokesch typically perform?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Prokesch 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. Prokesch. 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:
- PICC Line Insertion (Adult/Older Child)
- Peripherally Inserted Central Catheter
- PICC Line Placement
- Central Venous Catheter Insertion
CPT Codes:
- 36573: Insertion of peripherally inserted central venous catheter (PICC), without subcutaneous port or pump, including all imaging guidance, image documentation, and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation required to perform the insertion; age 5 years or older
Does Dr. Prokesch accept my insurance?
Dr. Prokesch accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (770) 991-1500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Prokesch accept in Riverdale, GA?
Dr. Prokesch in Riverdale, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
State of Georgia
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Prokesch's office located?
Dr. Richard Prokesch's Primary Practice
6285 Garden Walk Blvd Ste A
Riverdale, GA 30274
(770) 991-1500
What is Dr. Prokesch's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Prokesch's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1427064583.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Prokesch?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Prokesch
What is Dr. Richard Prokesch's specialty?
Dr. Prokesch is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Riverdale, GA.
What does an Infectious Disease Specialist do?
An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.
Is this Dr. Richard Prokesch affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Prokesch is affiliated with Piedmont Henry Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Infectious Disease Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Richard Prokesch accepting new patients in Riverdale, GA?
Yes, Dr. Richard Prokesch is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Prokesch offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Prokesch's office at (770) 991-1500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Prokesch?
Please contact Dr. Prokesch's office at (770) 991-1500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Prokesch have?
Dr. Richard Prokesch is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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