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Dr. Rick Brewer, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Watkinsville, GA

33 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Brewer, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Watkinsville, GA?

    Dr. Rick Brewer, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Watkinsville, GA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 33 years and is board certified. Dr. Brewer completed his residency at Spectrum Hlth-Butterworth Camp, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Brewer is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Brewer’s office.

    Where did Dr. Brewer go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Spectrum Hlth-Butterworth Camp, Emergency Medicine

    • Medical School: University of Ar Coll of Med, Little Rock Ar

    Is Dr. Brewer board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Rick Brewer, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Brewer speak?

    Dr. Brewer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Brewer typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Brewer 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. Brewer. 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:

    • Upper Respiratory Tract Disease
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Upper airway disease
    • Nose and throat conditions
    • Upper respiratory illness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J399: Disease of upper respiratory tract, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Bronchitis
    • Chest cold
    • Short-term bronchitis
    • Acute chest infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult Physical Exam with Issues
    • Routine Checkup with Concerns
    • General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
    • Drug level testing
    • Medication monitoring
    • Therapeutic drug management

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Brewer typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Rick Brewer may include:

    Please contact Dr. Brewer's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Brewer accept my insurance?

    Dr. Brewer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Brewer accept in Watkinsville, GA?

    Dr. Brewer in Watkinsville, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

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    Where is Dr. Brewer's office located?

    Dr. Rick Brewer's Primary Practice

    1550 Mars Hill Rd

    Watkinsville, GA 30677

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    Dr. Rick Brewer's Practice 2

    1230 Baxter St

    Athens, GA 30606

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    Dr. Rick Brewer's Practice 3

    1010 Village Dr

    Watkinsville, GA 30677

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    What hospitals are Dr. Brewer affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Brewer has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    What is Dr. Brewer's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Brewer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1194703538.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Brewer?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Brewer

    What is Dr. Rick Brewer's specialty?

    Dr. Brewer is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Watkinsville, 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 Dr. Rick Brewer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Brewer is affiliated with Piedmont Athens Regional 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Rick Brewer accepting new patients in Watkinsville, GA?

    Yes, Dr. Rick Brewer is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Rick Brewer offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Brewer's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Rick Brewer?

    Please contact Dr. Brewer's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Brewer's office located?

    Dr. Brewer's offices are located in Watkinsville, GA and Athens, GA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Rick Brewer have?

    Dr. Rick Brewer is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.