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Dr. Richard Breckwoldt, MD

Hiram, GA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Breckwoldt, Internist in Hiram, GA?

    Dr. Richard Breckwoldt, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Hiram, GA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Breckwoldt graduated from New York Medical College and completed his residency at Naval Med Ctr-San Diego, Internal Medicine. Dr. Breckwoldt is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Breckwoldt’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Breckwoldt’s office at (678) 384-0800.

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

    • Residency: Naval Med Ctr-San Diego, Internal Medicine | Naval Medical Center (Portsmouth) Program

    • Medical School: New York Med Coll- Valhalla Ny | New York Medical College

    Is Dr. Breckwoldt board certified in Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Breckwoldt, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Breckwoldt speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Breckwoldt treat?

    As a Internist, Dr. Breckwoldt 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. Breckwoldt. 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:

    • Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Mixed hyperlipidemia
    • Combined hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • High Triglycerides
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hypercholesterolemia
    • High blood cholesterol
    • Elevated cholesterol
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia
    • Hypertriglyceridemia
    • Elevated triglycerides
    • High blood fats

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
    • E781: Pure hyperglyceridemia

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Other Circulation Problems
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels
    • Diabetic Vascular Complications
    • Diabetes Heart and Blood Vessel Problems
    • Diabetes Mellitus Circulatory Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
    • E1159: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other circulatory complications

    Also known as:

    • Prostate Cancer Screening
    • Prostate Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • PSA Test
    • Prostate Exam
    • Prostate Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z125: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of prostate

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
    • Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
    • ADHD
    • ADD
    • Hyperactivity Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F909: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, unspecified type

    Also known as:

    • Other Specific Abnormal Blood Chemistry Results
    • Blood
    • Specified Blood Chemistry Imbalance
    • Unusual Blood Chemistry Findings
    • Specific Blood Panel Abnormalities

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7989: Other specified abnormal findings of blood chemistry

    Also known as:

    • Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
    • Chronic medication use
    • Ongoing drug treatment
    • Extended drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy

    Also known as:

    • Painful Urination
    • Urine and Urination
    • Dysuria
    • Burning when peeing
    • Stinging during urination

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R300: Dysuria

    Also known as:

    • Low Potassium
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Potassium
    • Hypokalemia
    • Potassium Deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E876: Hypokalemia

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Sugar
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Elevated Glucose
    • Unspecified High Blood Sugar

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R739: Hyperglycemia, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Breckwoldt perform as a Internist?

    As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Richard Breckwoldt may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Breckwoldt's office.

    Does Dr. Breckwoldt accept my insurance?

    Dr. Breckwoldt accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (678) 384-0800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Breckwoldt accept in Hiram, GA?

    Dr. Breckwoldt in Hiram, 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

    • Carepoint Health

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Georgia

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Breckwoldt's office located?

    Dr. Richard Breckwoldt's Primary Practice

    5604 Wendy Bagwell Pkwy Ste 711

    Hiram, GA 30141

    (678) 384-0800

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    Dr. Richard Breckwoldt's Practice 2

    105 Collier Rd NW Ste 5020

    Atlanta, GA 30309

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    Dr. Richard Breckwoldt's Practice 3

    3820 Medical Park Dr # 1100

    Austell, GA 30106

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

    Dr. Breckwoldt's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1942297106.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Breckwoldt?

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

    What is Dr. Richard Breckwoldt's specialty?

    Dr. Breckwoldt is a Internist near Hiram, GA.

    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.

    Contact Dr. Breckwoldt to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Richard Breckwoldt affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Breckwoldt is affiliated with Piedmont Atlanta Hospital, Piedmont Cartersville Medical Center, Piedmont Newnan 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

    Where can I learn more about Internist?

    Explore Internist 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 Richard Breckwoldt accepting new patients in Hiram, GA?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Breckwoldt is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Richard Breckwoldt offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Breckwoldt's office at (678) 384-0800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Richard Breckwoldt?

    Please contact Dr. Breckwoldt's office at (678) 384-0800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Breckwoldt have?

    Dr. Richard Breckwoldt is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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