37 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Beckford, Pediatrician in Austell, GA?
Dr. Avril Beckford, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Austell, GA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 37 years and is board certified. Dr. Beckford graduated from University of Cape Town / Faculty of Health Sciences and completed her residency at Penn St U Hp-M S Hershey Mc, Pediatrics. Dr. Beckford is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Beckford’s office.
Where did Dr. Beckford go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Penn St U Hp-M S Hershey Mc, Pediatrics | Penn St U Hosp | University of Pennsylvania Health System Program
Medical School: University Of Cape Town- Fac Of Med- Cape Town- So Africa | University of Cape Town / Faculty of Health Sciences | University of Cape Town / Faculty of Health Sciences
Is Dr. Beckford board certified as a Pediatrician?
Yes, Dr. Avril Beckford, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Beckford speak?
Dr. Beckford and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Beckford typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Beckford 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. Beckford. 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:
- Pharyngeal Dysphagia
- Swallowing Disorder
- Difficulty Swallowing in Pharynx
- Throat Swallowing Difficulty
- Pharyngeal Swallowing Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1313: Dysphagia, pharyngeal phase
Also known as:
- Generalized Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Overall Body Weakness
- Widespread Muscle Weakness
- Systemic Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Beckford typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Beckford 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. Beckford. 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:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Does Dr. Beckford accept my insurance?
Dr. Beckford 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. Beckford accept in Austell, GA?
Dr. Beckford in Austell, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
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Where is Dr. Beckford's office located?
What is Dr. Beckford's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Beckford's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1609866193.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Beckford?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Beckford
What is Dr. Avril Beckford's specialty?
Dr. Beckford is a Pediatrician near Austell, GA.
What does a Pediatrician do?
A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.
Is this Dr. Avril Beckford affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Beckford is affiliated with Wellstar Cobb 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 a Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Avril Beckford accepting new patients in Austell, GA?
Yes, Dr. Avril Beckford is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Avril Beckford offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Beckford's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Avril Beckford?
Please contact Dr. Beckford's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Avril Beckford have?
Dr. Avril Beckford is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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