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31 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Drayton, Infectious Disease Specialist in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. Joyce Drayton, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Atlanta, GA. She has been practicing for over 31 years. Dr. Drayton is fluent in English, French, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Drayton’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Drayton’s office at (404) 863-9781.
Where did Dr. Drayton go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Howard University Medical School
What languages does Dr. Drayton speak?
Dr. Drayton and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
Spanish
What conditions does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Drayton typically treat?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Drayton 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. Drayton. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute Respiratory Failure
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden lung failure
- Acute breathing failure
- Rapid onset respiratory failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 1
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- CKD Stage 1
- Early Chronic Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N181: Chronic kidney disease, stage 1
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Drayton typically perform?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Joyce Drayton may include:
- Epidemiology Consultation
- Epidemiology Follow Up
- HIV / AIDS Consultation
- HIV / AIDS Follow Up
- Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccine
- Infection Follow Up
- Lumbar Puncture
- Pertussis Vaccine
Please contact Dr. Drayton's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Drayton accept my insurance?
Dr. Drayton accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (404) 863-9781 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Drayton accept in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. Drayton in Atlanta, 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)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Sonder Health Plans
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Drayton's office located?
Dr. Joyce Drayton's Primary Practice
285 Boulevard NE Ste 115
Atlanta, GA 30312
(404) 863-9781
What is Dr. Drayton's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Drayton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1891787628.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Drayton?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Drayton
What is Dr. Joyce Drayton's specialty?
Dr. Drayton is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Atlanta, GA.
What does an Infectious Disease Specialist do?
An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.
Is this Dr. Joyce Drayton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Drayton is affiliated with Emory Decatur Hospital, Piedmont Fayette Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Infectious Disease Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Infectious Disease Specialist. 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 Joyce Drayton accepting new patients in Atlanta, GA?
Yes, Dr. Joyce Drayton is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joyce Drayton offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Drayton's office at (404) 863-9781 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joyce Drayton?
Please contact Dr. Drayton's office at (404) 863-9781 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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