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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hood, Obstetrician in Palmetto, GA?
Dr. Marion Hood, MD is an Obstetrician, who primarily practices in Palmetto, GA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Hood graduated from Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine and completed his residency at St Joseph Hosp, Obstetrics And Gynecology; Orange County Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Hood is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hood’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hood’s office at (770) 436-4644.
Where did Dr. Hood go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: St Joseph Hosp, Obstetrics And Gynecology; Orange County Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year
Medical School: Loyola Univ of Chicago Stritch Sch of Med, Maywood Il | Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine
Is Dr. Hood board certified as an Obstetrician?
Yes, Dr. Marion Hood, MD is board certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology
What languages does Dr. Hood speak?
Dr. Hood and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Obstetrician like Dr. Hood typically treat?
As an Obstetrician, Dr. Hood 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. Hood. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
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:
- 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:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
What procedures does an Obstetrician like Dr. Hood typically perform?
As an Obstetrician, procedures performed by Dr. Marion Hood may include:
- Abortion Consultation
- Abortion Follow Up
- Abortion (Medical)
- Abortion (Surgical)
- Annual Pap Smear / GYN Exam
- Antepartum Care
- Anterior Repair
- Artificial Insemination / Intra-Uterine
Please contact Dr. Hood's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Hood accept my insurance?
Dr. Hood accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (770) 436-4644 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hood accept in Palmetto, GA?
Dr. Hood in Palmetto, 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)
Group 1001
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
State of Georgia
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Hood's office located?
What is Dr. Hood's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hood's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1467451724.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hood?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hood
What is Dr. Marion Hood's specialty?
Dr. Hood is a Obstetrician near Palmetto, GA.
What does an Obstetrician do?
A physician specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of patients with obstetric conditions focuses on the health and care of women during pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period, addressing a wide range of issues related to maternal and fetal well-being.
Is this Dr. Marion Hood affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hood is affiliated with Piedmont Fayette 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 Obstetrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Obstetrician. 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 Marion Hood accepting new patients in Palmetto, GA?
Yes, Dr. Marion Hood is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Marion Hood offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hood's office at (770) 436-4644 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Marion Hood?
Please contact Dr. Hood's office at (770) 436-4644 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Marion Hood have?
Dr. Marion Hood is certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology.
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