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Dr. John Pearson, MD

Atlanta, GA

24 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Pearson, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Atlanta, GA?

    Dr. John Pearson, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Atlanta, GA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 24 years and is board certified. Dr. Pearson graduated from University of Florida College of Medicine and completed his residency at Med Coll Of Ga Hosp & Cli, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Pearson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pearson’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pearson’s office at (404) 851-6936.

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

    • Residency: Med Coll Of Ga Hosp & Cli, Emergency Medicine | Medical College of Georgia Program

    • Medical School: University of Fl Coll of Med, Gainesville | University of Florida College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Pearson board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. John Pearson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Pearson speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Pearson typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Pearson 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. Pearson. 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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    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:

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    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:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Pearson typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. John Pearson may include:

    Please contact Dr. Pearson's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Pearson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Pearson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (404) 851-6936 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Pearson in Atlanta, 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

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • Oscar Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Pearson's office located?

    Dr. John Pearson's Primary Practice

    1000 Johnson Ferry Rd

    Atlanta, GA 30342

    (404) 851-6936

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    Dr. John Pearson's Practice 2

    1200 Northside Forsyth Dr

    Cumming, GA 30041

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

    Dr. Pearson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1902870066.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pearson?

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

    What is Dr. John Pearson's specialty?

    Dr. Pearson is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Atlanta, 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. John Pearson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Pearson is affiliated with Northside Hospital Forsyth, Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital - Atlanta, Northside Hospital Gwinnett, Northeast Georgia Medical Center Gainesville, Northside Hospital Cherokee 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

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. Explore 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 John Pearson accepting new patients in Atlanta, GA?

    Yes, Dr. John Pearson is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. John Pearson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Pearson's office at (404) 851-6936 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with John Pearson?

    Please contact Dr. Pearson's office at (404) 851-6936 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. John Pearson have?

    Dr. John Pearson is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.

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