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Dr. Esther Washington, MD

Atlanta, GA

28 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Washington, Pediatrician in Atlanta, GA?

    Dr. Esther Washington, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Atlanta, GA. She has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Washington completed her residency at Med University Sc College Of Med. Dr. Washington is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Washington’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Washington’s office at (404) 785-4820.

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

    • Residency: Med University Sc College Of Med

    Is Dr. Washington board certified in Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Esther Washington, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Washington speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Washington treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Washington 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. Washington. 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:

    • RSV Bronchiolitis
    • Acute Bronchiolitis
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Respiratory Syncytial Virus Infection
    • RSV lung infection
    • Viral bronchiolitis
    • Acute bronchiolitis
    • Inflammation of small airways
    • Bronchiole infection
    • Acute lung inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J210: Acute bronchiolitis due to respiratory syncytial virus
    • J219: Acute bronchiolitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute Respiratory Failure
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
    • Sudden lung failure
    • Acute breathing failure
    • Rapid onset respiratory failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia

    Also known as:

    • Dehydration
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Lack of Fluids
    • Fluid Loss
    • Body Water Depletion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E860: Dehydration

    Also known as:

    • Severe Asthma Attack (Status Asthmaticus)
    • Mild Intermittent Asthma Flare-Up
    • Asthma
    • Asthma Emergency
    • Prolonged Asthma Attack
    • Status Asthmaticus
    • Mild Asthma Attack
    • Acute Mild Intermittent Asthma
    • Asthma Exacerbation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J4522: Mild intermittent asthma with status asthmaticus
    • J4521: Mild intermittent asthma with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Acute Bronchiolitis
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Bronchiolitis
    • Inflammation of small airways
    • Acute inflammation of bronchioles

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J218: Acute bronchiolitis due to other specified organisms

    Also known as:

    • Croup
    • Throat Disorder
    • Acute Laryngitis
    • Laryngotracheobronchitis
    • Barking Cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J050: Acute obstructive laryngitis [croup]

    Also known as:

    • Newborn Temperature Regulation Problems
    • Uncommon Infant and Newborn Problems
    • Newborn Temp Control Issues
    • Infant Temperature Problems
    • Neonatal Temperature Dysregulation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • P819: Disturbance of temperature regulation of newborn, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Failure to Thrive in Children
    • Growth Disorder
    • Poor growth in children
    • Childhood growth problems
    • Infant growth failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R6251: Failure to thrive (child)

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Inflammation
    • Kidney Disease
    • Interstitial Nephritis
    • Tubulointerstitial Kidney Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N12: Tubulo-interstitial nephritis, not specified as acute or chronic

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
    • Digestive Disease
    • Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
    • Non-Bacterial Colitis
    • Gut Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Vomiting
    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Throwing up
    • Emesis
    • Puking

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1110: Vomiting, unspecified

    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:

    • Sudden Severe Breathing Difficulty
    • Acute respiratory failure
    • ARDS
    • Severe breathing distress

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0603: Acute respiratory distress

    Also known as:

    • Other Viral Infection
    • Viral Infection
    • Uncommon Viral Diseases
    • Rare Viral Infections
    • Miscellaneous Viral Illnesses

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B348: Other viral infections of unspecified site

    Also known as:

    • Peritonsillar Abscess
    • Abscess
    • Quinsy
    • Throat abscess
    • Tonsil infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J36: Peritonsillar abscess

    Which procedures does Dr. Washington perform as a Pediatrician?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by a Dr. Esther Washington may include:

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

    Does Dr. Washington accept my insurance?

    Dr. Washington accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (404) 785-4820 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

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

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • CareSource

    • Centene

    • Cigna

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicaid

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Washington's office located?

    Dr. Esther Washington's Primary Practice

    1001 Johnson Fy Rd NE

    Atlanta, GA 30342

    (404) 785-4820

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

    Dr. Washington's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1700849098.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Washington?

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

    What is Dr. Esther Washington's specialty?

    Dr. Washington is a Pediatrician near Atlanta, GA. A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development. Contact Dr. Washington to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Esther Washington affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Washington is affiliated with Piedmont Fayette Hospital, Northeast Georgia Medical Center Gainesville, Piedmont Henry Hospital, Piedmont Athens Regional, Piedmont Cartersville Medical Center, Fairview Park 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 Pediatrician?

    Explore Pediatrician 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 Esther Washington accepting new patients in Atlanta, GA?

    Yes, Dr. Esther Washington is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Esther Washington offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Washington's office at (404) 785-4820 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Esther Washington?

    Please contact Dr. Washington's office at (404) 785-4820 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Esther Washington have?

    Dr. Esther Washington is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.

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