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19 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Horst, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Athens, GA?
Dr. Kurt Horst, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Athens, GA. He has been practicing for over 19 years. Dr. Horst is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Horst’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Horst’s office at (706) 475-7000.
Where did Dr. Horst go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Maryland At Baltimore / Professional Schools
What languages does Dr. Horst speak?
Dr. Horst and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Horst typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Horst 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. Horst. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
- Flu
- Influenza with Breathing Problems
- Flu with Cough
- Severe Flu
ICD-10 Codes:
- J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Kidney Swelling from Kidney Stones
- Kidney Disease
- Kidney Stones
- Ureteral Disorder
- Hydronephrosis due to Stones
- Kidney Stone Obstruction
- Ureteral Stone Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- N132: Hydronephrosis with renal and ureteral calculous obstruction
Also known as:
- Neck Muscle Strain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Sprains and Strains
- Pulled neck muscle
- Cervical strain
- Neck soft tissue strain
ICD-10 Codes:
- S161XXA: Strain of muscle, fascia and tendon at neck level, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Horst typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Kurt Horst may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Horst's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Horst accept my insurance?
Dr. Horst accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (706) 475-7000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Horst accept in Athens, GA?
Dr. Horst in Athens, 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
CareSource
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
State of Georgia
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Horst's office located?
What is Dr. Horst's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Horst's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740262435.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Horst?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Horst
What is Dr. Kurt Horst's specialty?
Dr. Horst is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Athens, GA.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is this Dr. Kurt Horst affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Horst is affiliated with Piedmont Athens Regional, Piedmont Eastside Medical Center, Piedmont Walton Hospital, Piedmont Eastside Medical Center, Piedmont Atlanta 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
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Is Kurt Horst accepting new patients in Athens, GA?
Yes, Dr. Kurt Horst is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kurt Horst offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Horst's office at (706) 475-7000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kurt Horst?
Please contact Dr. Horst's office at (706) 475-7000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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