26 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Felton, Rheumatologist in Tifton, GA?
Dr. Carolyn Felton, MD is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in Tifton, GA. She has been practicing for over 26 years. Dr. Felton is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Felton’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Felton’s office.
Where did Dr. Felton go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Iowa Medical School | Roy J Lucille A Carver College of Medicine At University of Iowa,Iowa City, Ia, United States
What languages does Dr. Felton speak?
Dr. Felton and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Felton typically treat?
As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Felton 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. Felton. 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:
- Primary Generalized Osteoarthritis
- Osteoarthritis of both knees
- Osteoarthritis
- Primary Widespread Arthritis
- Idiopathic Generalized Osteoarthritis
- Generalized Degenerative Joint Disease
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M150: Primary generalized (osteo)arthritis
- M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
Also known as:
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
- Drug level testing
- Medication monitoring
- Therapeutic drug management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring
Also known as:
- Age-Related Osteoporosis
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Senile Osteoporosis
- Primary Osteoporosis
- Bone Thinning from Aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Immune System Markers
- Unusual immune findings
- Abnormal immunology results
- Abnormal serum immunology
ICD-10 Codes:
- R768: Other specified abnormal immunological findings in serum
Also known as:
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- RA
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
- Autoimmune arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M0579: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor of multiple sites without organ or systems involvement
Also known as:
- High ESR Blood Test
- Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate (ESR)
- Elevated Sed Rate
- Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate
- High Inflammatory Marker
ICD-10 Codes:
- R700: Elevated erythrocyte sedimentation rate
What procedures does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Felton typically perform?
As a Rheumatologist, procedures performed by Dr. Carolyn Felton may include:
- Abnormal ANA Testing
- Arthrocentesis
- Denosumab Injection
- Joint Aspiration
- Joint Injections
- Rheumatology Consultation
- Rheumatology Follow Up
- Viscosupplement Injections
Please contact Dr. Felton's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Felton accept my insurance?
Dr. Felton accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Felton accept in Tifton, GA?
Dr. Felton in Tifton, 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
State of Georgia
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Felton's office located?
What is Dr. Felton's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Felton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1396731162.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Felton?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Felton
What is Dr. Carolyn Felton's specialty?
Dr. Felton is a Rheumatologist near Tifton, GA.
What does a Rheumatologist do?
An internist specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common sports injuries, and collagen-related diseases.
Is this Dr. Carolyn Felton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Felton is affiliated with Tift Regional Medical Center, Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital, Colquitt Regional 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
When to see a Rheumatologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Rheumatologist. 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 Carolyn Felton accepting new patients in Tifton, GA?
Yes, Dr. Carolyn Felton is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Carolyn Felton offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Felton's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Carolyn Felton?
Please contact Dr. Felton's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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2227 US Highway 41 N
Tifton, GA 31794