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Dr. Dennis Harper, MD

Douglas, GA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Harper, Internist in Douglas, GA?

    Dr. Dennis Harper, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Douglas, GA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Harper graduated from David Aghmashenebeli University of Georgia Faculty of Medicine and completed his residency at Wright-Patterson Med Ctr, Internal Medicine; Atlanta Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Harper is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Harper’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Harper’s office at (912) 384-4000.

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

    • Residency: Wright-Patterson Med Ctr, Internal Medicine; Atlanta Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Wright-Patterson Afb Mc

    • Medical School: Med Coll Of Ga Sch Of Med | David Aghmashenebeli University of Georgia Faculty of Medicine

    Is Dr. Harper board certified as an Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Dennis Harper, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Harper speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Harper typically treat?

    As an Internist, Dr. Harper 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. Harper. 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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    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 with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    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:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Vitamin D Deficiency
    • Low Vitamin D Levels
    • Lack of Vitamin D
    • Hypovitaminosis D

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified

    What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Harper typically perform?

    As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Dennis Harper may include:

    Please contact Dr. Harper's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Harper accept my insurance?

    Dr. Harper accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (912) 384-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Harper accept in Douglas, GA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Carepoint Health

    • Centene Corporation

    • Corrections Corporation of America

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Georgia

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Harper's office located?

    Dr. Dennis Harper's Primary Practice

    101 Bowens Mill Rd Ste D

    Douglas, GA 31533

    (912) 384-4000

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    Dr. Dennis Harper's Practice 2

    1400 Peterson Ave N Ste C

    Douglas, GA 31533

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    Dr. Dennis Harper's Practice 3

    100 Doctors Dr Ste A

    Douglas, GA 31533

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    What hospitals are Dr. Harper affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Harper has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Coffee Regional Medical Center,Douglas, GA
    Bacon County Hospital And Health System,Alma, GA

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

    Dr. Harper's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1043203425.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Harper?

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

    What is Dr. Dennis Harper's specialty?

    Dr. Harper is an Internist near Douglas, GA.

    What does an Internist do?

    A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

    Is Dr. Dennis Harper affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Harper is affiliated with Tift Regional Medical Center 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

    When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Dennis Harper accepting new patients in Douglas, GA?

    Yes, Dr. Dennis Harper is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Dennis Harper offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Harper's office at (912) 384-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Dennis Harper?

    Please contact Dr. Harper's office at (912) 384-4000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Harper's office located?

    Dr. Harper's office is located in Douglas, GA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Dennis Harper have?

    Dr. Dennis Harper is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.