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Dr. Katharine Louis Saunders, MD

Atlanta, GA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Louis Saunders, Family Medicine Specialist in Atlanta, GA?

    Dr. Katharine Louis Saunders, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Atlanta, GA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Louis Saunders graduated from Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Louis Saunders is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Louis Saunders’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Louis Saunders’s office at (319) 467-7888.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Louis Saunders?

    Dr. Katharine Louis Saunders, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Family Medicine Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Louis Saunders empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Primary Care, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Atlanta/GA community, Dr. Louis Saunders is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Medical School: Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas

    Is Dr. Louis Saunders board certified in Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Katharine Louis Saunders, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Louis Saunders speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Louis Saunders treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Louis Saunders 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. Louis Saunders. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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:

    • Screening for Other Endocrine Disorder
    • General Health Screening
    • Diabetes Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Hormone Disorder Screening
    • Gland Disorder Screening
    • Endocrine System Check
    • Routine Check-up
    • Preventive Health Exam
    • Wellness Screening
    • Blood Sugar Test
    • Diabetes Mellitus Screening
    • Glucose Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1329: Encounter for screening for other suspected endocrine disorder
    • Z139: Encounter for screening, unspecified
    • Z131: Encounter for screening for diabetes mellitus

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Mixed hyperlipidemia
    • Combined hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    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:

    • Acquired Thyroid Atrophy
    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Shrinking Thyroid Gland
    • Acquired Thyroid Wasting
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E034: Atrophy of thyroid (acquired)
    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Prediabetes
    • Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
    • Borderline diabetes
    • Insulin resistance
    • High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7303: Prediabetes

    Also known as:

    • Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • General Anxiety
    • Anxiety Problems
    • Nervous Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) Screening
    • Health Screening
    • STD screening
    • Sexual health check
    • Venereal disease test

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z113: Encounter for screening for infections with a predominantly sexual mode of transmission

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Breast Imaging Results
    • Mammography
    • Inconclusive mammogram
    • Unclear breast scan results
    • Abnormal breast scan

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R928: Other abnormal and inconclusive findings on diagnostic imaging of breast

    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

    Also known as:

    • Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
    • Chronic medication use
    • Ongoing drug treatment
    • Extended drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy

    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:

    • ADHD, Combined Type
    • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
    • Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
    • Combined ADHD
    • Typical ADHD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F902: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, combined type

    Which procedures does Dr. Louis Saunders perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Katharine Louis Saunders may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Louis Saunders' office.

    Does Dr. Louis Saunders accept my insurance?

    Dr. Louis Saunders accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (319) 467-7888 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Louis Saunders accept in Atlanta, GA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • Oscar Health Insurance Co

    • UnitedHealthcare

    • Wellmark BlueCross BlueShield

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    Where is Dr. Louis Saunders' office located?

    Dr. Katharine Louis Saunders' Primary Practice

    1441 Clifton Rd NE Ste 101

    Atlanta, GA 30322

    (319) 467-7888

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    Dr. Katharine Louis Saunders' Practice 2

    2701 N Decatur Rd

    Decatur, GA 30033

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    Dr. Katharine Louis Saunders' Practice 3

    875 Flat Shoals Rd SE

    Conyers, GA 30094

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

    Dr. Louis Saunders's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1932188380.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Louis Saunders?

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

    What is Dr. Katharine Louis Saunders's specialty?

    Dr. Louis Saunders is a Family Medicine Specialist near Atlanta, GA. 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. Contact Dr. Louis Saunders to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Katharine Louis Saunders affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Louis Saunders is affiliated with University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics 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 Family Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Family Medicine Specialist with 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 Katharine Louis Saunders accepting new patients in Atlanta, GA?

    Yes, Dr. Katharine Louis Saunders is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Katharine Louis Saunders offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Louis Saunders's office at (319) 467-7888 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Katharine Louis Saunders?

    Please contact Dr. Louis Saunders's office at (319) 467-7888 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Katharine Louis Saunders have?

    Dr. Katharine Louis Saunders is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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