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Dr. Ghislain Perron, MD

Augusta, GA

33 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Perron, Family Medicine Specialist in Augusta, GA?

    Dr. Ghislain Perron, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Augusta, GA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 33 years and is board certified. Dr. Perron is fluent in English, French, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Perron’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Perron’s office at (912) 496-2697.

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

    • Medical School: Laval University, Med Fac, Montreal, Que, Canada (Inactive) | Laval University / Faculty of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Perron speak?

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

    • English

    • French

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Perron treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Perron 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. Perron. 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:

    • Acute Bronchitis
    • Chest cold
    • Short-term bronchitis
    • Acute chest infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sinusitis
    • Sinus Infection
    • Rhinosinusitis
    • Acute Sinus Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J0190: Acute sinusitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • Exposure to Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI)
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Sexually Transmitted Infection
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure
    • Contact with STD
    • Suspected STI exposure
    • Sexual disease contact

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
    • Z202: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to infections with a predominantly sexual mode of transmission

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, 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 General Symptoms
    • Non-specific health complaints
    • Various symptoms
    • Unexplained health issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R6889: Other general symptoms and signs

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Localized Swollen Lymph Nodes
    • Enlarged glands in one area
    • Local lymphadenopathy
    • Swollen glands

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R590: Localized enlarged lymph nodes

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Back Muscle Spasm
    • Neuromuscular Disorder
    • Back Muscle Cramp
    • Spasms in Back
    • Lower Back Spasm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M62830: Muscle spasm of back

    Also known as:

    • Acute Bronchitis from Other Organisms
    • Acute Bronchitis
    • Infectious Bronchitis
    • Chest Cold
    • Bronchial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J208: Acute bronchitis due to other specified organisms

    Also known as:

    • Tonsillitis
    • Inflamed Tonsils
    • Tonsil Infection
    • Sore Tonsils

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J0390: Acute tonsillitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Allergy
    • Allergic Reaction
    • Hypersensitivity
    • Allergic Condition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • T7840XA: Allergy, unspecified, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
    • Flu
    • Influenza with Breathing Problems
    • Flu with Cough
    • Severe Flu

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J111: Influenza due to unidentified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Spasms
    • Neuromuscular Disorder
    • Muscle cramps
    • Involuntary muscle contractions
    • Muscle twitching

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M62838: Other muscle spasm

    Also known as:

    • Allergic Rhinitis
    • Allergy
    • Nasal allergies
    • Allergy rhinitis
    • Chronic runny nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J309: Allergic rhinitis, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Perron perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Ghislain Perron may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Perron's office.

    Does Dr. Perron accept my insurance?

    Dr. Perron accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (912) 496-2697 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Perron accept in Augusta, GA?

    Dr. Perron in Augusta, 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

    • American Postal Workers Union APWU

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Healthgram

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Perron's office located?

    Dr. Ghislain Perron's Primary Practice

    2851 Washington Rd

    Augusta, GA 30909

    (912) 496-2697

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    Dr. Ghislain Perron's Practice 2

    2604 Peach Orchard Rd

    Augusta, GA 30906

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    Dr. Ghislain Perron's Practice 3

    2383 Third St

    Folkston, GA 31537

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

    Dr. Perron's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063413706.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Perron?

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

    What is Dr. Ghislain Perron's specialty?

    Dr. Perron is a Family Medicine Specialist near Augusta, 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. Perron to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Ghislain Perron affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Perron is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top 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?

    Explore Family Medicine Specialist with 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 Ghislain Perron accepting new patients in Augusta, GA?

    Yes, Dr. Ghislain Perron is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ghislain Perron offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Perron's office at (912) 496-2697 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Ghislain Perron?

    Please contact Dr. Perron's office at (912) 496-2697 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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