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33 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ross, Internist in Freeport, FL?
Dr. George Ross, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Freeport, FL. He has been practicing for over 33 years and is board certified. Dr. Ross graduated from University of South Carolina School of Medicine, completed his residency at Vet Affairs Med Ctr, Internal Medicine, and is currently affiliated with Sacred Heart Hospital. Dr. Ross is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ross’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ross’s office.
Where did Dr. Ross go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Vet Affairs Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | University Of Virginia Affiliated Hospitals Program In Internal Med | U S DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS
Medical School: University of Sc Sch of Med, Columbia Sc | University of South Carolina School of Medicine
Is Dr. Ross board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. George Ross, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Ross speak?
Dr. Ross and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Ross typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Ross 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. Ross. 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Ross typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. George Ross may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Ross' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ross accept my insurance?
Dr. Ross accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ross accept in Freeport, FL?
Dr. Ross in Freeport, FL 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 Michigan
CareCentrix
Christian Healthcare Ministries
Cigna Group
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Selman and company
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ross' office located?
What is Dr. Ross's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ross's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1164494449.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ross?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ross
What is Dr. George Ross's specialty?
Dr. Ross is a Internist near Freeport, FL.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. George Ross affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ross is affiliated with Ascension Sacred Heart Pensacola, Ascension Sacred Heart Bay, Baptist Hospital - Pensacola 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 Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is George Ross accepting new patients in Freeport, FL?
Yes, Dr. George Ross is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. George Ross offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ross's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with George Ross?
Please contact Dr. Ross's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. George Ross have?
Dr. George Ross is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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Connect with DR. Ross
Sacred Heart Hospital
281 State Highway 20 E
Freeport, FL 32439