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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Puckett, Family Medicine Specialist in Armuchee, GA?
Dr. Robert Puckett, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Armuchee, GA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Puckett graduated from Mercer University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Floyd Med Center. Dr. Puckett is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Puckett’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Puckett’s office at (706) 235-1156.
Where did Dr. Puckett go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Floyd Med Center
Medical School: Mercer University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Puckett board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Robert Puckett, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Puckett speak?
Dr. Puckett and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Puckett typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Puckett 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. Puckett. 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:
- Sore Throat
- Throat pain
- Pharyngitis
- Throat discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- R070: Pain in throat
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- 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:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
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:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Painful Urination
- Urine and Urination
- Dysuria
- Burning when peeing
- Stinging during urination
ICD-10 Codes:
- R300: Dysuria
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Puckett typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Robert Puckett may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Puckett's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Puckett accept my insurance?
Dr. Puckett accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (706) 235-1156 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Puckett accept in Armuchee, GA?
Dr. Puckett in Armuchee, 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 Blue Shield of Alabama
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee
Christian Healthcare Ministries
Cigna Group
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Puckett's office located?
Dr. Robert Puckett's Primary Practice
5470 Martha Berry Hwy NE
Armuchee, GA 30105
(706) 235-1156
What is Dr. Puckett's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Puckett's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1508835661.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Puckett?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Puckett
What is Dr. Robert Puckett's specialty?
Dr. Puckett is a Family Medicine Specialist near Armuchee, GA.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Robert Puckett affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Puckett is affiliated with Atrium Health Floyd Medical Center, Piedmont Atlanta Hospital, Piedmont Cartersville Medical Center, Piedmont Mountainside 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
When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Robert Puckett accepting new patients in Armuchee, GA?
Yes, Dr. Robert Puckett is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Robert Puckett offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Puckett's office at (706) 235-1156 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Robert Puckett?
Please contact Dr. Puckett's office at (706) 235-1156 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Robert Puckett have?
Dr. Robert Puckett is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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