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Dr. Eric Betts, MD

La Fayette, GA

21 Years of Experience

Accepting patients
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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Betts, Family Medicine Specialist in La Fayette, GA?

    Dr. Eric Betts, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in La Fayette, GA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified. Dr. Betts completed his residency at Ft Wayne Med Educ Prog, Family Medicine. Dr. Betts is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Betts’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Betts’s office at (706) 638-1606.

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

    • Residency: Ft Wayne Med Educ Prog, Family Medicine | Ft Wayne Med Educ Program

    • Medical School: Oh State Univ Coll of Med, Columbus Oh

    Is Dr. Betts board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Eric Betts, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Betts speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Betts treat?

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

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Diabetic Nerve Problems
    • Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels
    • Diabetic Nerve Damage
    • Diabetic Polyneuropathy
    • Peripheral Neuropathy from Diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Nerve Problems
    • Diabetes Mellitus Complications
    • Diabetes Related Health Problems
    • Advanced Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
    • E1142: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic polyneuropathy
    • E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Strep Throat
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection
    • Bacterial Sore Throat
    • Pharyngitis
    • Strep Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
    • J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Long-Term Blood Thinner Use
    • Blood Thinners
    • Chronic anticoagulant therapy
    • Ongoing blood thinner treatment
    • Anticoagulant medication use

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7901: Long term (current) use of anticoagulants

    Also known as:

    • Generalized Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • GAD
    • Chronic Worry
    • Excessive Worry Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F411: Generalized anxiety disorder

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
    • Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease

    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:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Opioid Dependence
    • Opioids and Opioid Use Disorder (OUD)
    • Prescription Drug Misuse
    • Opioid addiction
    • Opioid use disorder
    • OUD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F1120: Opioid dependence, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Maxillary Sinus Infection
    • Sinusitis
    • Acute maxillary sinusitis
    • Short-term cheekbone sinus infection
    • Maxillary sinus inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J0100: Acute maxillary sinusitis, unspecified

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

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Eric Betts may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Betts' office.

    Does Dr. Betts accept my insurance?

    Dr. Betts accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (706) 638-1606 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Betts accept in La Fayette, GA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska

    • BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee

    • Centene

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Georgia

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Betts' office located?

    Dr. Eric Betts' Primary Practice

    611 E Villanow St

    La Fayette, GA 30728

    (706) 638-1606

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    Dr. Eric Betts' Practice 2

    12978 N Main St

    Trenton, GA 30752

    (706) 657-4183

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    Dr. Eric Betts' Practice 3

    101 Kington Ln

    Chickamauga, GA 30707

    (706) 375-9400

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    Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Eric Betts?

    Dr. Betts has appointments available at his La Fayette, GA office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.

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

    Dr. Betts's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1336132679.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Betts?

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

    What is Dr. Eric Betts's specialty?

    Dr. Betts is a Family Medicine Specialist near La Fayette, 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. Betts to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Eric Betts affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Betts is affiliated with CommonSpirit - Memorial Hospital - Chattanooga, Erlanger Baroness Hospital, UAB Hospital, Hamilton Medical Center 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

    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 Eric Betts accepting new patients in La Fayette, GA?

    Yes, Dr. Eric Betts is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Eric Betts offer online booking?

    Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Betts, or call (706) 638-1606 for more information.

    How can I make an appointment with Eric Betts?

    Please contact Dr. Betts's office at (706) 638-1606 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Eric Betts have?

    Dr. Eric Betts is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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