Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kent, Family Medicine Specialist in Ellijay, GA?
Dr. Alana Kent, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Ellijay, GA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Kent graduated from Mercer University School of Medicine and completed her residency at Greenville Memorial Hospital. Dr. Kent is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kent’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kent’s office at (706) 698-5433.
Where did Dr. Kent go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Greenville Memorial Hospital
Medical School: Mercer University School of Medicine | Mercer University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Kent board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Alana Kent, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Kent speak?
Dr. Kent and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kent typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Kent 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. Kent. 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.
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:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
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:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
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:
- Depression Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Stuffy Nose
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Blocked nose
- Nasal congestion
- Congested nose
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0981: Nasal congestion
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kent typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Kent performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Kent. 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.
Also known as:
- Ultrasound-Guided Breast Biopsy
- Breast Biopsy
- Percutaneous Breast Biopsy
- Breast Tissue Sample
- Breast Lesion Biopsy with Clip
CPT Codes:
- 19083: Biopsy, breast, with placement of breast localization device(s) (eg, clip, metallic pellet), when performed, and imaging of the biopsy specimen, when performed, percutaneous; first lesion, including ultrasound guidance
Also known as:
- Breast Biopsy with Stereotactic Guidance
- Ultrasound-Guided Fine Needle Biopsy
- Breast Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Ultrasound
- Stereotactic Breast Biopsy
- Image-Guided Breast Biopsy
- Percutaneous Breast Biopsy
- Breast Lesion Biopsy
- FNA Biopsy with Ultrasound
- Image-Guided Biopsy
- Fine Needle Aspiration
- First Lesion Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 19081: Biopsy, breast, with placement of breast localization device(s) (eg, clip, metallic pellet), when performed, and imaging of the biopsy specimen, when performed, percutaneous; first lesion, including stereotactic guidance
- 10005: Fine needle aspiration biopsy, including ultrasound guidance; first lesion
Does Dr. Kent accept my insurance?
Dr. Kent accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (706) 698-5433 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kent accept in Ellijay, GA?
Dr. Kent in Ellijay, 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
Alliant Health Plans
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Kent's office located?
Dr. Alana Kent's Primary Practice
14244 Highway 515 N Unit 100
Ellijay, GA 30536
(706) 698-5433
What is Dr. Kent's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kent's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1194718718.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kent?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kent
What is Dr. Alana Kent's specialty?
Dr. Kent is a Family Medicine Specialist near Ellijay, GA.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Alana Kent affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kent is affiliated with Piedmont Mountainside Hospital, Northside Hospital Cherokee, Piedmont Cartersville Medical Center, Piedmont Macon Medical Center, Hamilton Medical Center, Union General Hospital - Blairsville, Ga 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
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Is Alana Kent accepting new patients in Ellijay, GA?
Yes, Dr. Alana Kent is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alana Kent offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kent's office at (706) 698-5433 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alana Kent?
Please contact Dr. Kent's office at (706) 698-5433 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Alana Kent have?
Dr. Alana Kent is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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