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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Garretson, Family Medicine Specialist in Northampton, MA?
Dr. Adam Garretson, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Northampton, MA. Dr. Garretson completed his residency at Lancaster General Hospital. Dr. Garretson is fluent in English and Spanish, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Garretson’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Garretson’s office at (413) 387-4100.
Where did Dr. Garretson go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Lancaster General Hospital
Medical School: Medical College of Virginia
What languages does Dr. Garretson speak?
Dr. Garretson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Garretson typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Garretson 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. Garretson. 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:
- 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 Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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 Chronic Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Garretson typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Adam Garretson may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Garretson's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Garretson accept my insurance?
Dr. Garretson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (413) 387-4100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Garretson accept in Northampton, MA?
Dr. Garretson in Northampton, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield Association
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Garretson's office located?
What is Dr. Garretson's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Garretson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1912998915.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Garretson?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Garretson
What is Dr. Adam Garretson's specialty?
Dr. Garretson is a Family Medicine Specialist near Northampton, MA.
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. Adam Garretson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Garretson is affiliated with Baystate 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 Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Adam Garretson accepting new patients in Northampton, MA?
No, Dr. Adam Garretson is not accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Adam Garretson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Garretson's office at (413) 387-4100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Adam Garretson?
Please contact Dr. Garretson's office at (413) 387-4100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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