Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Prater, Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist in Dahlonega, GA?
Dr. Stephen Prater, MD is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, who primarily practices in Dahlonega, GA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Prater graduated from University of South Alabama College of Medicine and completed his residency at Edward Hines Jr Va Hosp, Cardiovascular Diseases; Loyola Univ Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Prater is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Prater’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Prater’s office at (770) 534-2020.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Prater?
Dr. Stephen Prater, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Prater empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Arrhythmias, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Dahlonega/GA community, Dr. Prater is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Prater go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Edward Hines Jr Va Hosp, Cardiovascular Diseases; Loyola Univ Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Edward Hines, Jr. VA Hospital | Loyola University,University of Florida School of Medicine | U S DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS
Medical School: University of South Al Coll of Med, Mobile Al | University of South Alabama College of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Prater speak?
Dr. Prater and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Prater treat?
As a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, Dr. Prater 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. Prater. 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:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Sick Sinus Syndrome
- Premature Ventricular Contractions
- Complete Heart Block
- Fast Heartbeat
- Arrhythmia
- Sick sinus syndrome
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Sinus Node Dysfunction
- Bradycardia-Tachycardia Syndrome
- SSS
- Persistent atrial fibrillation
- PVCs
- Ventricular Ectopic Beats
- Skipped Heartbeat (Ventricular)
- Complete AV Block
- Third-Degree Heart Block
- SVT
- Supraventricular Tachycardia
- Rapid Heart Rate
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- I495: Sick sinus syndrome
- I4819: Other persistent atrial fibrillation
- I493: Ventricular premature depolarization
- I442: Atrioventricular block, complete
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- I471: Supraventricular tachycardia
Also known as:
- Having a Pacemaker
- Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
- Heart pacemaker
- Artificial pacemaker
- Implanted heart device
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z950: Presence of cardiac pacemaker
Also known as:
- Other Pacemaker Part Management
- Pacemaker Battery Check
- Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
- Pacemaker Lead Adjustment
- Pacemaker Component Care
- Cardiac Pacing Device Adjustment
- Pacemaker Pulse Generator Check
- Pacemaker Battery Testing
- Cardiac Pacing Device Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z45018: Encounter for adjustment and management of other part of cardiac pacemaker
- Z45010: Encounter for checking and testing of cardiac pacemaker pulse generator [battery]
Also known as:
- Ischemic Cardiomyopathy
- Dilated Cardiomyopathy
- Cardiomyopathy
- Familial dilated cardiomyopathy
- X-linked dilated cardiomyopathy
- Heart Muscle Disease from Blocked Arteries
- Ischemic Heart Muscle Weakness
- Enlarged heart muscle
- DCM
ICD-10 Codes:
- I255: Ischemic cardiomyopathy
- I420: Dilated cardiomyopathy
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Permanent Atrial Fibrillation
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Irreversible AFib
- Fixed Atrial Fibrillation
- Long-term AFib
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4821: Permanent atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Which procedures does Dr. Prater perform as a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist?
As a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Stephen Prater may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Prater's office.
Does Dr. Prater accept my insurance?
Dr. Prater accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (770) 534-2020 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Prater accept in Dahlonega, GA?
Dr. Prater in Dahlonega, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
New Era Life Insurance
Oscar Health Insurance Co
QuikTrip Corporation
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Where is Dr. Prater's office located?
Dr. Stephen Prater's Primary Practice
70 Mountain Dr Ste C
Dahlonega, GA 30533
(770) 534-2020
What is Dr. Prater's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Prater's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1821097296.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Prater?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Prater
What is Dr. Stephen Prater's specialty?
Dr. Prater is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist near Dahlonega, GA. A specialized domain within the cardiovascular disease subspecialty of Internal Medicine that involves advanced technical procedures to evaluate heart rhythms and determine the most appropriate treatments. Contact Dr. Prater to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Stephen Prater affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Prater is affiliated with Northeast Georgia Medical Center Gainesville 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
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Is Stephen Prater accepting new patients in Dahlonega, GA?
Yes, Dr. Stephen Prater is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Stephen Prater offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Prater's office at (770) 534-2020 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Stephen Prater?
Please contact Dr. Prater's office at (770) 534-2020 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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