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24 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Fordham, Family Medicine Specialist in Demorest, GA?
Dr. Donald Fordham, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Demorest, GA. He has been practicing for over 24 years and is board certified. Dr. Fordham graduated from University of Alabama Birmingham and completed his residency at Huntsville Hospital University Ala. Dr. Fordham is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fordham’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fordham’s office at (706) 754-8811.
Where did Dr. Fordham go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Huntsville Hospital University Ala
Medical School: University of Alabama Birmingham
Is Dr. Fordham board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Donald Fordham, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Fordham speak?
Dr. Fordham and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Fordham typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Fordham 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. Fordham. 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:
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Depression Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
Also known as:
- ADHD, Predominantly Inattentive Type
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
- ADD
- Inattentive ADHD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F900: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, predominantly inattentive type
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Fordham typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Fordham 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. Fordham. 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:
- Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
- Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
- Colon Polyp Removal
- Colorectal Lesion Excision
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Exam with Biopsy
- Lower Endoscopy
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Colon Biopsy
- Large Intestine Scope
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
CPT Codes:
- 45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique
- 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
- 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
Does Dr. Fordham accept my insurance?
Dr. Fordham accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (706) 754-8811 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Fordham accept in Demorest, GA?
Dr. Fordham in Demorest, 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
Alliant Health Plans
Allied Benefit Systems
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Healthgram
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Fordham's office located?
What is Dr. Fordham's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Fordham's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1477537470.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fordham?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fordham
What is Dr. Donald Fordham's specialty?
Dr. Fordham is a Family Medicine Specialist near Demorest, GA.
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. Donald Fordham affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Fordham is affiliated with Northside Hospital Atlanta, Northeast Georgia Medical Center Gainesville, Northside Hospital Forsyth, Piedmont Eastside Medical Center, Northside Hospital Gwinnett 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 Donald Fordham accepting new patients in Demorest, GA?
Yes, Dr. Donald Fordham is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Donald Fordham offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Fordham's office at (706) 754-8811 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Donald Fordham?
Please contact Dr. Fordham's office at (706) 754-8811 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Donald Fordham have?
Dr. Donald Fordham is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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