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Dr. Brandon Hicks, MD

Dr. Brandon Hicks, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Athens, GA

23 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Hicks, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Athens, GA?

    Dr. Brandon Hicks, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Athens, GA. He has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified. Dr. Hicks graduated from Medical College of Georgia at Georgia Regents University and completed his residency at Ny Medical College, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Hicks is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hicks’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hicks’s office at (706) 389-3000.

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

    • Residency: Ny Medical College, Emergency Medicine | New York Medical College (Metropolitan) Program

    • Medical School: Med Coll Of Ga Sch Of Med | Medical College of Georgia at Georgia Regents University

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

    Yes, Dr. Brandon Hicks, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Hicks speak?

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

    • English

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

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

    • 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:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Loss of strength
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

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

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Brandon Hicks may include:

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

    Does Dr. Hicks accept my insurance?

    Dr. Hicks accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (706) 389-3000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Hicks accept in Athens, GA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Alliant Health Plans

    • CareSource

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Hicks' office located?

    Dr. Brandon Hicks' Primary Practice

    1230 Baxter St

    Athens, GA 30606

    (706) 389-3000

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

    Dr. Hicks's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1104804491.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hicks?

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

    What is Dr. Brandon Hicks's specialty?

    Dr. Hicks is an 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 Dr. Brandon Hicks affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Hicks is affiliated with St. Mary's Hospital - Athens, Ga, Piedmont Athens Regional, Piedmont Eastside Medical Center, Piedmont Walton 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

    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. Brandon Hicks accepting new patients in Athens, GA?

    Yes, Dr. Brandon Hicks is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Brandon Hicks offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Hicks' office at (706) 389-3000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Brandon Hicks?

    Please contact Dr. Hicks' office at (706) 389-3000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Hicks' office located?

    Dr. Hicks' office is located in Athens, GA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Brandon Hicks have?

    Dr. Brandon Hicks is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.