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Dr. Laura Brachman, MD

Atlanta, GA

29 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Brachman, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in Atlanta, GA?

    Dr. Laura Brachman, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Atlanta, GA. She has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Brachman graduated from Emory University School Of Medicine and completed her residency at Strong Mem Hsp U Rochester, Internal Medicine. Dr. Brachman is fluent in English, French, Portuguese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Brachman’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Brachman’s office.

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

    • Residency: Strong Mem Hsp U Rochester, Internal Medicine | Strong Memorial Hospital of the University of Rochester Program

    • Medical School: Emory University School Of Medicine

    Is Dr. Brachman board certified in Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Laura Brachman, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Brachman speak?

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

    • English

    • French

    • Portuguese

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Brachman treat?

    As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Brachman 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. Brachman. 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:

    • Palliative Care
    • Comfort care
    • Supportive care
    • Symptom management care

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z515: Encounter for palliative care

    Also known as:

    • Cancer pain
    • Cancer--Living with Cancer
    • Pain
    • Cancer Pain
    • Cancer Pain (PDQ)
    • Pain from cancer
    • Tumor pain
    • Neoplasm pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G893: Neoplasm related pain (acute) (chronic)

    Also known as:

    • Prostate Cancer
    • Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Prostatic Carcinoma
    • Prostate Gland Cancer
    • Malignant Prostate Tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate

    Also known as:

    • Multiple Myeloma
    • Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Active multiple myeloma
    • Untreated multiple myeloma
    • Plasma cell myeloma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C9000: Multiple myeloma not having achieved remission

    Also known as:

    • Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
    • Chronic medication use
    • Ongoing drug treatment
    • Extended drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy

    Which procedures does Dr. Brachman perform as a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?

    As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by a Dr. Laura Brachman may include:

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

    Does Dr. Brachman accept my insurance?

    Dr. Brachman 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. Brachman accept in Atlanta, GA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health Insurance Co

    • State of Georgia

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Brachman's office located?

    Dr. Laura Brachman's Primary Practice

    1365 Clifton Rd NE

    Atlanta, GA 30322

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    Ratings & Reviews

    Rating Star

    1.0

    Overall rating

    Based on 1 reviews

    Check mark

    Office Experience

    60% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern

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    Diagnosis

    20% of patients were satisfied with the doctor's diagnosis and explanation of their condition

    Patients give Dr. Laura Brachman a Poor overall experience rating of 1 out of 5 stars. Dr. Brachman has been rated and reviewed by 1 patient. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Brachman, her bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.

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

    Dr. Brachman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1891756565.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Brachman?

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

    What is Dr. Laura Brachman's specialty?

    Dr. Brachman is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near Atlanta, GA. An internal medicine physician with specialized knowledge in preventing and relieving the suffering of patients dealing with life-limiting illnesses. They work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to improve quality of patient's life by addressing the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of both the patient and their family throughout the disease's progression, during the dying process, and in bereavement support for the family. They are trained to assess patients suffering with advanced disease, provide relief from distressing symptoms, to coordinate between interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues, patient and family-centered care in various settings, utilizing specialized care systems like hospice, managing care for imminently dying patients, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care. Contact Dr. Brachman to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Laura Brachman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Brachman is affiliated with Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital - Atlanta which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?

    Explore Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist with 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 Laura Brachman accepting new patients in Atlanta, GA?

    Yes, Dr. Laura Brachman is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Laura Brachman offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Brachman's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Laura Brachman?

    Please contact Dr. Brachman's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Laura Brachman have?

    Dr. Laura Brachman is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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