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44 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Applewhite, Public Health & General Preventive Medicine Specialist in McComb, MS?
Dr. George Applewhite, MD is a Public Health & General Preventive Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in McComb, MS with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 44 years. Dr. Applewhite completed his residency at Palmetto Richland Mem Hospital. Dr. Applewhite is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Applewhite’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Applewhite’s office at (601) 251-3500.
Where did Dr. Applewhite go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Palmetto Richland Mem Hospital
Medical School: University Of Ms Sch Of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Applewhite speak?
Dr. Applewhite and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Public Health & General Preventive Medicine Specialist like Dr. Applewhite typically treat?
As a Public Health & General Preventive Medicine Specialist, Dr. Applewhite 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. Applewhite. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Blood Typing
- Blood
- Blood Group Test
- ABO Typing
- Rh Factor Test
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0183: Encounter for blood typing
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
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
What procedures does a Public Health & General Preventive Medicine Specialist like Dr. Applewhite typically perform?
As a Public Health & General Preventive Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. George Applewhite may include:
- Preventive Medicine Consultation
- Preventive Medicine Follow Up
- Public Health Consultation
- Public Health Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Applewhite's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Applewhite accept my insurance?
Dr. Applewhite accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (601) 251-3500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Applewhite accept in McComb, MS?
Dr. Applewhite in McComb, MS accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Mississippi
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of Mississippi
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Applewhite's office located?
What is Dr. Applewhite's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Applewhite's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1770562647.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Applewhite?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Applewhite
What is Dr. George Applewhite's specialty?
Dr. Applewhite is a Public Health & General Preventive Medicine Specialist near McComb, MS.
What does a Public Health & General Preventive Medicine Specialist do?
Public health and general preventive medicine emphasize the promotion of health, disease prevention, and the management of community health for specific populations. Practitioners in this field integrate population-based public health expertise with an understanding of clinical practices aimed at primary, secondary, and tertiary prevention across diverse settings.
Is this Dr. George Applewhite affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Applewhite is affiliated with Southwest Mississippi Regional Medical Center 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 a Public Health & General Preventive Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is George Applewhite accepting new patients in McComb, MS?
Yes, Dr. George Applewhite is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. George Applewhite offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Applewhite's office at (601) 251-3500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with George Applewhite?
Please contact Dr. Applewhite's office at (601) 251-3500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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