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Who is Dr. Joiner-Nichols, Family Medicine Specialist in Buford, GA?
Dr. Deirdre Joiner-Nichols, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Buford, GA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Joiner-Nichols is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Joiner-Nichols’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Joiner-Nichols’s office at (404) 251-2890.
Is Dr. Joiner-Nichols board certified in Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Deirdre Joiner-Nichols, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Joiner-Nichols speak?
Dr. Joiner-Nichols and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Joiner-Nichols treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Joiner-Nichols 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. Joiner-Nichols. 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:
- 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
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:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
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
Also known as:
- Prediabetes
- Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
- Borderline diabetes
- Insulin resistance
- High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7303: Prediabetes
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:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- Generalized Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Overall Body Weakness
- Widespread Muscle Weakness
- Systemic Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
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:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Cystostomy Care
- Ostomy
- Bladder Stoma Care
- Urinary Diversion Care
- Suprapubic Catheter Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z435: Encounter for attention to cystostomy
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:
- Elevated Blood Pressure
- High Blood Pressure
- High Blood Pressure Reading
- Prehypertension
- Borderline High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- R030: Elevated blood-pressure reading, without diagnosis of hypertension
Which procedures does Dr. Joiner-Nichols perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Deirdre Joiner-Nichols may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Joiner-Nichols' office.
Does Dr. Joiner-Nichols accept my insurance?
Dr. Joiner-Nichols accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (404) 251-2890 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Joiner-Nichols accept in Buford, GA?
Dr. Joiner-Nichols in Buford, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CareCentrix
Centene
Crown Cork and Seal Company
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Kaiser Permanente
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Joiner-Nichols' office located?
Dr. Deirdre Joiner-Nichols' Primary Practice
3276 Buford Dr
Buford, GA 30519
(404) 251-2890
What is Dr. Joiner-Nichols's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Joiner-Nichols's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1255331765.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Joiner-Nichols?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Joiner-Nichols
What is Dr. Deirdre Joiner-Nichols's specialty?
Dr. Joiner-Nichols is a Family Medicine Specialist near Buford, GA. Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care. Contact Dr. Joiner-Nichols to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Deirdre Joiner-Nichols affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Joiner-Nichols is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Childrens Scottish Rite Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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
Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?
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Is Deirdre Joiner-Nichols accepting new patients in Buford, GA?
Yes, Dr. Deirdre Joiner-Nichols is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Deirdre Joiner-Nichols offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Joiner-Nichols's office at (404) 251-2890 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Deirdre Joiner-Nichols?
Please contact Dr. Joiner-Nichols's office at (404) 251-2890 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Deirdre Joiner-Nichols have?
Dr. Deirdre Joiner-Nichols is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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