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Dr. Keith Handler, DO

Atlanta, GA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

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

    Dr. Keith Handler, DO is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Atlanta, GA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Handler completed his residency at North Shore Univ Hosp, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Handler is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Handler’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Handler’s office at (336) 564-4850.

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

    • Residency: North Shore Univ Hosp, Emergency Medicine

    • Medical School: Ny Coll Of Osteo Med Of Ny Inst Of Tech- Old Westbury Ny

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

    Yes, Dr. Keith Handler, DO is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Handler speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Handler treat?

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

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Widespread Abdominal Pain
    • Pain in Lower Left Abdomen
    • Right Lower Abdominal Pain
    • Pelvic Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain
    • General stomach pain
    • Overall belly pain
    • Diffuse abdominal pain
    • Left lower quadrant pain
    • Pain in left side of belly
    • Left side abdominal discomfort
    • Pain in lower right belly
    • RLQ pain
    • Right-sided lower abdominal discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
    • R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
    • R1032: Left lower quadrant pain
    • R1031: Right lower quadrant pain

    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

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    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:

    • Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Loss of strength
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    Also known as:

    • Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
    • Flu
    • Influenza with Breathing Problems
    • Flu with Cough
    • Severe Flu

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations

    Also known as:

    • Heart Failure
    • Congestive Heart Failure
    • CHF
    • Cardiac Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I509: Heart failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Neck Muscle Strain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Sprains and Strains
    • Pulled neck muscle
    • Cervical strain
    • Neck soft tissue strain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S161XXA: Strain of muscle, fascia and tendon at neck level, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Low Potassium
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Potassium
    • Hypokalemia
    • Potassium Deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E876: Hypokalemia

    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:

    • 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:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Handler perform as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Keith Handler may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Handler's office.

    Does Dr. Handler accept my insurance?

    Dr. Handler accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (336) 564-4850 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Handler in Atlanta, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • MedImpact

    • Molina

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Handler's office located?

    Dr. Keith Handler's Primary Practice

    5665 New Northside Dr Ste 320

    Atlanta, GA 30328

    (336) 564-4850

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    Dr. Keith Handler's Practice 2

    601 S 8th St

    Griffin, GA 30224

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    Dr. Keith Handler's Practice 3

    500 Lauchwood Dr

    Laurinburg, NC 28352

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

    Dr. Handler's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1285695635.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Handler?

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

    What is Dr. Keith Handler's specialty?

    Dr. Handler is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Atlanta, GA. 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. Contact Dr. Handler to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Keith Handler affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Handler is affiliated with MUSC Health Lancaster Medical Center, Prisma Health Richland Hospital, Spartanburg Regional Medical Center, Novant Health Presbyterian Medical Center 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

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    Is Keith Handler accepting new patients in Atlanta, GA?

    Yes, Dr. Keith Handler is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Keith Handler offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Handler's office at (336) 564-4850 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Keith Handler?

    Please contact Dr. Handler's office at (336) 564-4850 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Keith Handler have?

    Dr. Keith Handler is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.

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