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Dr. Michael Waldman, MD

Critical Care Internist, Pulmonologist, Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist

Cumming, GA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Waldman, Critical Care Internist in Cumming, GA?

    Dr. Michael Waldman, MD is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in Cumming, GA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Waldman graduated from Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis and completed his residency at University of Chicago Program. Dr. Waldman is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Waldman’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Waldman’s office at (770) 917-1600.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Waldman?

    Dr. Michael Waldman, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Critical Care Internist 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. Waldman empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Hospital Medicine, Pulmonary Disease, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Cumming, GA community, Dr. Waldman is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: University of Chicago Program

    • Medical School: Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis

    What languages does Dr. Waldman speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Waldman typically treat?

    As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Waldman 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. Waldman. 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:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
    • Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
    • Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
    • Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
    • GI Bleeding
    • Internal Digestive Bleeding
    • Digestive Tract Hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sudden Cardiac Arrest
    • Heart stops beating
    • Cardiopulmonary arrest

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I469: Cardiac arrest, cause unspecified

    What procedures does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Waldman typically perform?

    As a Critical Care Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Michael Waldman may include:

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

    Does Dr. Waldman accept my insurance?

    Dr. Waldman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (770) 917-1600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Waldman accept in Cumming, GA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Allied Benefit Systems

    • AMA Insurance Services

    • Canon

    • Cigna Group

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • Oscar Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Waldman's office located?

    Dr. Michael Waldman's Primary Practice

    1200 Northside Forsyth Dr

    Cumming, GA 30041

    (770) 917-1600

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    Dr. Michael Waldman's Practice 2

    1776 Old Spring House Ln

    Atlanta, GA 30338

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    Dr. Michael Waldman's Practice 3

    4900 Ivey Rd NW Ste 1220

    Acworth, GA 30101

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

    Dr. Waldman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1366440372.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Waldman?

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

    What is Dr. Michael Waldman's specialty?

    Dr. Waldman is a Critical Care Internist near Cumming, GA.

    What does a Critical Care Internist do?

    An internist specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and support of patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may hold administrative responsibilities within intensive care units and plays a key role in facilitating and coordinating patient care among primary physicians, critical care staff, and other specialists.

    Is Dr. Michael Waldman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Waldman is affiliated with Emory Decatur 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 a Critical Care Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Critical Care Internist. 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 Dr. Michael Waldman accepting new patients in Cumming, GA?

    Yes, Dr. Michael Waldman is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Michael Waldman offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Waldman's office at (770) 917-1600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Michael Waldman?

    Please contact Dr. Waldman's office at (770) 917-1600 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Waldman's office located?

    Dr. Waldman's offices are located in Cumming, GA, Atlanta, GA, and Acworth, GA.