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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Wheelis, Internist in Swainsboro, GA?
Dr. Michael Wheelis, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Swainsboro, GA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Wheelis completed his residency at Med Ctr La New Orleans-Lsu, Internal Medicine; Univ Tx Med Sch At Houston, Internal Medicine. Dr. Wheelis is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wheelis’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wheelis’s office.
Where did Dr. Wheelis go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Med Ctr La New Orleans-Lsu, Internal Medicine; Univ Tx Med Sch At Houston, Internal Medicine
Medical School: La State Univ Sch of Med In New Orleans, New Orleans La
What languages does Dr. Wheelis speak?
Dr. Wheelis and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
What conditions does Dr. Wheelis treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Wheelis 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. Wheelis. 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic 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
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:
- 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:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Amputation Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Limb Loss
- Post-amputation care
- Limb loss recovery
- Amputee rehabilitation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4781: Encounter for orthopedic aftercare following surgical amputation
Which procedures does Dr. Wheelis perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Michael Wheelis 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
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Wheelis' office.
Does Dr. Wheelis accept my insurance?
Dr. Wheelis 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. Wheelis accept in Swainsboro, GA?
Dr. Wheelis in Swainsboro, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
Point32Health
State of Tennessee
Sunrise Senior Living
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Wheelis' office located?
What is Dr. Wheelis's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Wheelis's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1720052756.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wheelis?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Wheelis
What is Dr. Michael Wheelis's specialty?
Dr. Wheelis is a Internist near Swainsboro, GA.
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.
Contact Dr. Wheelis to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Michael Wheelis affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Wheelis is affiliated with East Georgia Regional Medical Center, Piedmont Augusta 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
Where can I learn more about Internist?
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Is Michael Wheelis accepting new patients in Swainsboro, GA?
Yes, Dr. Michael Wheelis is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Wheelis offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Wheelis's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Wheelis?
Please contact Dr. Wheelis's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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