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Dr. Avery Nathanson, MD

Decatur, GA

26 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Nathanson, Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist in Decatur, GA?

    Dr. Avery Nathanson, MD is a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Decatur, GA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Nathanson graduated from University Of Cincinnati College Of Medicine and completed his residency at Allegheny Gen Hospital. Dr. Nathanson is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nathanson’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nathanson’s office at (404) 499-0533.

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

    • Residency: Allegheny Gen Hospital | Harbor-UCLA Medical Center

    • Medical School: University Of Cincinnati College Of Medicine

    Is Dr. Nathanson board certified in Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Avery Nathanson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Nathanson speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Nathanson treat?

    As a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Nathanson 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. Nathanson. 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:

    • Obstructive Sleep Apnea
    • Sleep Apnea
    • Obstructive sleep apnea
    • OSA
    • Blocked airway during sleep
    • Snoring and gasping during sleep

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)

    Also known as:

    • Obesity
    • Severe Obesity
    • Overweight
    • Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
    • Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
    • Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
    • Body Weight
    • Excess Weight
    • Being Overweight
    • High BMI
    • Morbid Obesity
    • Extreme Obesity
    • Class 3 Obesity
    • High BMI (Overweight)
    • Pre-Obesity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E669: Obesity, unspecified
    • E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
    • E663: Overweight

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath
    • R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Severe Persistent Asthma
    • Mild Persistent Asthma
    • Moderate Persistent Asthma
    • Asthma
    • Chronic Severe Asthma
    • Difficult-to-Treat Asthma
    • Severe Asthma
    • Ongoing Mild Asthma
    • Regular Mild Asthma
    • Chronic Mild Asthma
    • Ongoing Moderate Asthma
    • Regular Moderate Asthma
    • Chronic Moderate Asthma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J4550: Severe persistent asthma, uncomplicated
    • J4530: Mild persistent asthma, uncomplicated
    • J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
    • Single Lung Nodule
    • Lung Disease
    • Unusual Lung Scan Results
    • Atypical Lung Imaging
    • Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
    • Lung Spot
    • Pulmonary Nodule
    • Spot on Lung Scan

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
    • R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Snoring
    • Loud breathing during sleep
    • Noisy sleep
    • Obstructive snoring

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0683: Snoring

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Long-term lung failure with low oxygen
    • Chronic hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Ongoing breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9611: Chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Excessive Sleepiness
    • Sleep Disorder
    • Hypersomnia
    • Daytime sleepiness
    • Too much sleep

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4710: Hypersomnia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Cough
    • Cough
    • Persistent cough
    • Long-lasting cough
    • Ongoing cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R053: Chronic cough

    Also known as:

    • Hay Fever
    • Pollen allergy
    • Seasonal allergies
    • Allergic rhinitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J301: Allergic rhinitis due to pollen

    Also known as:

    • Allergic Rhinitis
    • Allergy
    • Nasal allergy
    • Chronic allergy symptoms
    • Allergic reactions

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J3089: Other allergic rhinitis

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Rhinitis
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Chronic runny nose
    • Persistent nasal inflammation
    • Long-term stuffy nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J310: Chronic rhinitis

    Also known as:

    • Cigarette Addiction
    • Smoking
    • Smoking Addiction
    • Nicotine Dependence from Cigarettes
    • Tobacco Addiction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F17210: Nicotine dependence, cigarettes, uncomplicated

    Which procedures does Dr. Nathanson perform as a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist?

    As a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by a Dr. Avery Nathanson may include:

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

    Does Dr. Nathanson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Nathanson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (404) 499-0533 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Nathanson accept in Decatur, GA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • State of Georgia

    • Transamerica Life Insurance

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Nathanson's office located?

    Dr. Avery Nathanson's Primary Practice

    2665 N Decatur Rd Ste 440

    Decatur, GA 30033

    (404) 499-0533

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    Dr. Avery Nathanson's Practice 2

    1365 Clifton Rd NE

    Atlanta, GA 30322

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

    Dr. Nathanson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1679574198.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nathanson?

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

    What is Dr. Avery Nathanson's specialty?

    Dr. Nathanson is a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist near Decatur, GA. An internist specializing in Sleep Medicine is certified in this subspecialty and focuses on the clinical evaluation, physiological testing, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of sleep and circadian rhythm disorders. These specialists care for patients of all ages, utilizing a multidisciplinary approach. Conditions they manage include, but are not limited to, sleep-related breathing disorders, insomnia, hypersomnia's, circadian rhythm disorders, parasomnias, and sleep-related movement disorders. Contact Dr. Nathanson to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Avery Nathanson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Nathanson 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

    Where can I learn more about Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist?

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    Is Avery Nathanson accepting new patients in Decatur, GA?

    Yes, Dr. Avery Nathanson is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Avery Nathanson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Nathanson's office at (404) 499-0533 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Avery Nathanson?

    Please contact Dr. Nathanson's office at (404) 499-0533 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Avery Nathanson have?

    Dr. Avery Nathanson is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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