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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Atkins, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Augusta, GA?
Dr. Miriam Atkins, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Augusta, GA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Atkins graduated from Eastern Virginia Medical School and completed her residency at Brooke Army Med Ctr, Hematology/Oncology; Brooke Army Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Atkins is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Atkins’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Atkins’s office at (706) 736-1830.
Where did Dr. Atkins go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Brooke Army Med Ctr, Hematology/Oncology; Brooke Army Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | LECOMT/United Memorial Medical Center Program
Medical School: Eastern Virginia Medical School
Is Dr. Atkins board certified in Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Miriam Atkins, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Atkins speak?
Dr. Atkins and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Atkins treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Atkins 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. Atkins. 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:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- Anemia from Chronic Kidney Disease
- Iron
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Anemia in Chronic Kidney Disease
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
- Kidney Disease Anemia
- Renal Anemia
- Anemia of kidney failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
- D631: Anemia in chronic kidney disease
- D508: Other iron deficiency anemias
Also known as:
- Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
- Estrogen Receptor Positive (ER+) Status
- Breast Cancer
- Right female breast cancer upper-outer
- Upper-outer right female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-outer right female breast
- ER Positive Breast Cancer
- Hormone-Sensitive Breast Cancer
- Estrogen-Driven Cancer
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast
- Z170: Estrogen receptor positive status [ER+]
- C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
- C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
- C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast
Also known as:
- Abnormal Tumor Marker Levels
- Laboratory Tests
- High tumor markers
- Elevated cancer markers
- Unusual tumor test results
ICD-10 Codes:
- R978: Other abnormal tumor markers
Also known as:
- Prostate Cancer
- Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Prostatic Carcinoma
- Prostate Gland Cancer
- Malignant Prostate Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate
Also known as:
- Secondary Bone Cancer
- Bone Cancer
- Metastatic bone cancer
- Cancer spread to bone
- Bone metastases
ICD-10 Codes:
- C7951: Secondary malignant neoplasm of bone
Also known as:
- Age-Related Osteoporosis
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Senile Osteoporosis
- Primary Osteoporosis
- Bone Thinning from Aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
Also known as:
- Multiple Myeloma
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ®)
- Active multiple myeloma
- Untreated multiple myeloma
- Plasma cell myeloma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9000: Multiple myeloma not having achieved remission
Also known as:
- Side Effects from Cancer or Immune-Suppressing Drugs
- Drug Reactions
- Chemotherapy side effects
- Immunosuppressant reactions
- Adverse effects of cancer drugs
- Drug sensitivity to immune suppressants
ICD-10 Codes:
- T451X5D: Adverse effect of antineoplastic and immunosuppressive drugs, subsequent encounter
Also known as:
- Personal History of Breast Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- Past breast cancer
- Previous mammary malignancy
- History of breast tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z853: Personal history of malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Thrombocytopenia
- Platelet Disorder
- Low platelet count
- Platelet deficiency
- Bleeding disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- D696: Thrombocytopenia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low White Blood Cell Count
- Blood Disorder
- Leukopenia
- Low WBC count
- Immune system weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- D72819: Decreased white blood cell count, unspecified
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer
- Right upper lobe lung cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3411: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, right bronchus or lung
Also known as:
- Long-Term Blood Thinner Use
- Blood Thinners
- Chronic anticoagulant therapy
- Ongoing blood thinner treatment
- Anticoagulant medication use
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7901: Long term (current) use of anticoagulants
Which procedures does Dr. Atkins perform as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Miriam Atkins may include:
- 3D Conformal Radiotherapy
- Adaptive Radiation Therapy (ART)
- Adrenalectomy
- Blood Thinning Therapy / Anticoagulation
- Blood Transfusion Consultation
- Blood Transfusion Follow Up
- Bone Excision
- Bone Grafting
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Atkins' office.
Does Dr. Atkins accept my insurance?
Dr. Atkins accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (706) 736-1830 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Atkins accept in Augusta, GA?
Dr. Atkins in Augusta, 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
BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina
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. Atkins' office located?
What is Dr. Atkins's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Atkins's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1649257890.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Atkins?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Atkins
What is Dr. Miriam Atkins's specialty?
Dr. Atkins is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Augusta, GA. An internist doctor of osteopathy specializing in the combined treatment of hematology and oncology disorders. A doctor of osteopathy who is board eligible or certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine was previously able to obtain a Certificate of Special Qualifications in Hematology and Oncology; however, this certificate is no longer available. Contact Dr. Atkins to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Miriam Atkins affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Atkins is affiliated with Piedmont Augusta Hospital 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
Where can I learn more about Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
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Is Miriam Atkins accepting new patients in Augusta, GA?
Yes, Dr. Miriam Atkins is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Miriam Atkins offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Atkins's office at (706) 736-1830 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Miriam Atkins?
Please contact Dr. Atkins's office at (706) 736-1830 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Miriam Atkins have?
Dr. Miriam Atkins is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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