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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ball, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Gainesville, GA?
Dr. Preston Ball, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Gainesville, GA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Ball graduated from Medical College of Georgia at Georgia Regents University and completed his residency at Med Coll Wi Affil Hosps, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Ball is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ball’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ball’s office.
Where did Dr. Ball go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Med Coll Wi Affil Hosps, Emergency Medicine | Medical College of Wisconsin Affiliated Hospitals Program
Medical School: Med Coll Of Ga Sch Of Med | Medical College of Georgia at Georgia Regents University | Medical College of Wisconsin
Is Dr. Ball board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Preston Ball, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Ball speak?
Dr. Ball and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ball typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Ball 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. Ball. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Heart Palpitations
- Arrhythmia
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R002: Palpitations
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ball typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Preston Ball may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Ball's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ball accept my insurance?
Dr. Ball 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. Ball accept in Gainesville, GA?
Dr. Ball in Gainesville, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alliant Health Plans
Allied National
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
New Era Life Insurance
Oscar Health
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ball's office located?
What is Dr. Ball's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ball's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1316910359.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ball?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ball
What is Dr. Preston Ball's specialty?
Dr. Ball is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Gainesville, 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 this Dr. Preston Ball affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ball is affiliated with Northeast Georgia Medical Center Gainesville, Northside Hospital Gwinnett 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
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Is Preston Ball accepting new patients in Gainesville, GA?
Yes, Dr. Preston Ball is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Preston Ball offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ball's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Preston Ball?
Please contact Dr. Ball's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Preston Ball have?
Dr. Preston Ball is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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