Doctor Directory

Medicare Doctors near 31709, GA

We index 480 Medicare-enrolled doctors near 31709, GA across 16 specialty categories. Each doctor has a full profile with CMS patient volume, hospital affiliations, and practice location. To keep this page readable we show the 10 closest doctors in each specialty below — click any doctor to see their full profile, or jump between specialties using the nav bar. 354 of the 480 are affiliated with at least one hospital near 31709, GA.

Data Source: Provider identity and specialties from NPPES (2026). Patient volume and procedures from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data (2023). We display publicly reported CMS data — no personal information required to view any of it.
Reviewed by: Wes Ward, Founder & Data Lead • View our methodology

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480
Medicare Doctors
16
Specialties Covered
354
Hospital-Affiliated

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Specialists are grouped into 16 categories — this follows the way Medicare beneficiaries actually search: primary care first, then the specialty that fits their condition. Click any specialty below to jump to its full list of doctors.

Primary Care Doctors

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30 Primary Care doctors are indexed near 31709, GA. Showing the 10 closest to the center of 31709, GA, ordered by distance.

DoctorSpecialtyMedicare Patients / yrDistance
Linda B. HaginsNurse Practitioner522<1 mi
Deborah T. RhodesNurse Practitioner<1 mi
Milton F. StembridgeNurse Practitioner303<1 mi
Samantha H. MontgomeryNurse Practitioner312<1 mi
Jill S. OlekFamily Practice1.8K<1 mi
Juliane C. JohnsonNurse Practitioner<1 mi
Michael S. BusmanFamily Practice1.1K<1 mi
Megan ElmoreNurse Practitioner<1 mi
Jessica R. William-BushNurse Practitioner<1 mi
Imiyah WilliamsFamily Practice<1 mi
30 nearest Primary Care doctors indexed for 31709, GA · call individual offices to confirm Medicare plan acceptance.

Cardiology Doctors

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30 Cardiology doctors are indexed near 31709, GA. Showing the 10 closest to the center of 31709, GA, ordered by distance.

DoctorSpecialtyMedicare Patients / yrDistance
Temidayo A. AbeCardiovascular Disease (Cardiology)13<1 mi
Nasser S. TehraniInterventional Cardiology4.0K25.8 mi
Joseph W. PokuCardiovascular Disease (Cardiology)1.8K25.9 mi
Michael B. ChisnerCardiovascular Disease (Cardiology)2.4K179.1 mi
William Crosland, IiiCardiovascular Disease (Cardiology)2.4K179.1 mi
Adam ZuckerCardiovascular Disease (Cardiology)3.7K179.1 mi
Scott W. AndersonCardiovascular Disease (Cardiology)794179.1 mi
Lisa M. DykeInterventional Cardiology179.1 mi
Charles E. DrakeCardiovascular Disease (Cardiology)222179.2 mi
Suraj RaoInterventional Cardiology1.8K181.5 mi
30 nearest Cardiology doctors indexed for 31709, GA · call individual offices to confirm Medicare plan acceptance.

Cancer Care Doctors

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30 Cancer Care doctors are indexed near 31709, GA. Showing the 10 closest to the center of 31709, GA, ordered by distance.

DoctorSpecialtyMedicare Patients / yrDistance
Thomas F. Neal, Jr.Hematology/Oncology61825.8 mi
Mohmad Ajaz BulbulHematology/Oncology220182.0 mi
John L. MikellRadiation Oncology2.5K182.0 mi
Joshua T. MckenzieRadiation Oncology1.3K182.0 mi
Stephen J. RameyRadiation Oncology1.7K182.0 mi
Stephen WhiteHematology/Oncology694182.5 mi
Jennifer YannucciMedical Oncology4.4K182.8 mi
Haven Caldwell-SacharHematology/Oncology2.1K182.8 mi
Ovidiu NegreaHematology/Oncology4.5K182.8 mi
Stephen G. TileyHematology/Oncology682182.8 mi
30 nearest Cancer Care doctors indexed for 31709, GA · call individual offices to confirm Medicare plan acceptance.

Orthopedic & Rehab Doctors

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30 Orthopedic & Rehab doctors are indexed near 31709, GA. Showing the 10 closest to the center of 31709, GA, ordered by distance.

DoctorSpecialtyMedicare Patients / yrDistance
John M. FennessyOrthopedic Surgery760<1 mi
Ryan B. BrelandOrthopedic Surgery3931.4 mi
Nurulhusein NurbhaiOrthopedic Surgery6121.4 mi
Paul A. MichasOrthopedic Surgery96225.8 mi
Randy C. Lavender, Jr.Orthopedic Surgery7825.8 mi
Markus NiederwangerPhysical Medicine And Rehabilitation618123.0 mi
Bradley A. HeigesOrthopedic Surgery642123.0 mi
Thomas LawhorneOrthopedic Surgery747123.0 mi
Jeffrey H. GoldbergOrthopedic Surgery791123.0 mi
Joseph C. HegartyPhysical Medicine And Rehabilitation1.8K123.0 mi
30 nearest Orthopedic & Rehab doctors indexed for 31709, GA · call individual offices to confirm Medicare plan acceptance.

Mental Health Doctors

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30 Mental Health doctors are indexed near 31709, GA. Showing the 10 closest to the center of 31709, GA, ordered by distance.

DoctorSpecialtyMedicare Patients / yrDistance
Ajay M. KothariPsychiatry331.4 mi
Sheldon BrownPsychiatry1351.6 mi
Kenneth E. DinellaPsychiatry201.6 mi
Michael S. BelkClinical Psychologist20180.8 mi
Jeffrey JenningsClinical Psychologist108181.4 mi
Frances S. HincheyClinical Psychologist47181.5 mi
Adelle Burnsed-GeffenClinical Psychologist57181.6 mi
Thomas K. PedigoClinical Psychologist292181.6 mi
William M. FureyClinical Psychologist181.7 mi
Jerald M. GottliebClinical Psychologist21181.7 mi
30 nearest Mental Health doctors indexed for 31709, GA · call individual offices to confirm Medicare plan acceptance.

Dermatology Doctors

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30 Dermatology doctors are indexed near 31709, GA. Showing the 10 closest to the center of 31709, GA, ordered by distance.

DoctorSpecialtyMedicare Patients / yrDistance
Mark W. BonnerDermatology1.0K26.0 mi
Stuart M. GoldsmithDermatology2.4K31.4 mi
Robert L. LottDermatology96731.4 mi
Jose M. TheckedathDermatology26332.0 mi
Firas G. HougeirDermatology2.6K55.5 mi
Tanda N. LaneDermatology2.0K55.5 mi
Joshua E. LaneDermatology3.1K55.5 mi
Shane P. MctigheDermatology55355.5 mi
Rona B. HolmesDermatology2.1K80.2 mi
Michael J. SharkeyDermatology1.2K80.8 mi
30 nearest Dermatology doctors indexed for 31709, GA · call individual offices to confirm Medicare plan acceptance.

Ear, Nose & Throat Doctors

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30 Ear, Nose & Throat doctors are indexed near 31709, GA. Showing the 10 closest to the center of 31709, GA, ordered by distance.

DoctorSpecialtyMedicare Patients / yrDistance
Christopher J. MannOtolaryngology1.2K31.4 mi
Nicholas NesbittOtolaryngology31.9 mi
Matthew L. JerlesOtolaryngology89145.8 mi
John W. GriffinOtolaryngology80745.8 mi
Alain D. TolandOtolaryngology1.4K48.6 mi
John LeeOtolaryngology83553.2 mi
Matthew BolingerOtolaryngology56353.3 mi
Daniel R. BlankenshipOtolaryngology64653.3 mi
Edwin L. PageOtolaryngology61353.3 mi
James F. MorpethOtolaryngology38553.3 mi
30 nearest Ear, Nose & Throat doctors indexed for 31709, GA · call individual offices to confirm Medicare plan acceptance.

Endocrinology Doctors

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30 Endocrinology doctors are indexed near 31709, GA. Showing the 10 closest to the center of 31709, GA, ordered by distance.

DoctorSpecialtyMedicare Patients / yrDistance
Benjamin A. DennisEndocrinology61553.5 mi
Maliha I. JumaniEndocrinology61053.5 mi
Steven B. LeichterEndocrinology94053.5 mi
Ricardo AlvarezEndocrinology44553.5 mi
Bantwal S. BaligaEndocrinology2.0K55.3 mi
Garry AugustEndocrinology55.3 mi
Ahsan FarooqEndocrinology386120.6 mi
Vaishall ThudiEndocrinology543120.6 mi
Manisha GargEndocrinology719120.6 mi
Elaina AdderleyEndocrinology144123.0 mi
30 nearest Endocrinology doctors indexed for 31709, GA · call individual offices to confirm Medicare plan acceptance.

Eye Care Doctors

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30 Eye Care doctors are indexed near 31709, GA. Showing the 10 closest to the center of 31709, GA, ordered by distance.

DoctorSpecialtyMedicare Patients / yrDistance
Chanh M. TuOphthalmology796<1 mi
John W. Mixon, Jr.Optometry639<1 mi
Kenneth N. MoatesOptometry813<1 mi
Matthew B. GreeneOptometry383<1 mi
Valerie L. MoatesOptometry2721.3 mi
Robin R. Chandler MorganOptometry4521.3 mi
David A. HartOptometry3311.4 mi
Henry G. Schneider IiiOphthalmology66426.0 mi
David A. AltmanOptometry13776.6 mi
Nacondus G. GambleOptometry14151.6 mi
30 nearest Eye Care doctors indexed for 31709, GA · call individual offices to confirm Medicare plan acceptance.

Gastroenterology Doctors

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30 Gastroenterology doctors are indexed near 31709, GA. Showing the 10 closest to the center of 31709, GA, ordered by distance.

DoctorSpecialtyMedicare Patients / yrDistance
Samyukta ChavaGastroenterology34725.8 mi
Kayin JeffersGastroenterology33832.9 mi
Samvel A. CharukhchianGastroenterology32.9 mi
Raymond B. BedgoodGastroenterology4.3K34.7 mi
Joel R. JudahGastroenterology75740.0 mi
William K. FacklerGastroenterology1.0K40.0 mi
Jay M. AndersonGastroenterology55640.0 mi
Manisha JakkidiGastroenterology64753.3 mi
Shankar ThiruppathiGastroenterology86953.4 mi
Pravinchandra H. PatelGastroenterology1.2K53.4 mi
30 nearest Gastroenterology doctors indexed for 31709, GA · call individual offices to confirm Medicare plan acceptance.

Nephrology Doctors

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30 Nephrology doctors are indexed near 31709, GA. Showing the 10 closest to the center of 31709, GA, ordered by distance.

DoctorSpecialtyMedicare Patients / yrDistance
Nestor AlmeidaNephrology8425.8 mi
Yousef N. SweidanNephrology2.7K32.7 mi
Salim Bou SlaimanNephrology2.9K32.7 mi
Laith M. Al DahabrehNephrology2.0K32.7 mi
Ismail Abubakar IbrahimNephrology32.7 mi
William J. DavanzoNephrology63232.9 mi
Rajeev ChauhanNephrology94733.2 mi
Tamorie L. SmithNephrology94033.2 mi
Sagar PatelNephrology14333.2 mi
Sarfraz M. MolviNephrology59352.1 mi
30 nearest Nephrology doctors indexed for 31709, GA · call individual offices to confirm Medicare plan acceptance.

Neurology Doctors

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30 Neurology doctors are indexed near 31709, GA. Showing the 10 closest to the center of 31709, GA, ordered by distance.

DoctorSpecialtyMedicare Patients / yrDistance
Charles C. WellsNeurology2.3K25.9 mi
Robert G. MacgregorNeurology1.7K173.1 mi
Aileen C. Cangiano-HeathNeurology128179.0 mi
James R. PostonNeurology593179.0 mi
Jill P. TrumbleNeurology1.2K179.0 mi
Victor W. RosenfeldNeurology1.5K181.7 mi
Mihaela SalerNeurology351182.2 mi
Brian S. RajNeurology488182.2 mi
John G. MaloneNeurology298182.3 mi
Stephen N. DonahueNeurology1.9K182.3 mi
30 nearest Neurology doctors indexed for 31709, GA · call individual offices to confirm Medicare plan acceptance.

Podiatry Doctors

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30 Podiatry doctors are indexed near 31709, GA. Showing the 10 closest to the center of 31709, GA, ordered by distance.

DoctorSpecialtyMedicare Patients / yrDistance
Leonard LarussaPodiatry5081.4 mi
Jimmie L. Felton, Jr.Podiatry25.6 mi
Todd C. NewsomPodiatry225173.0 mi
Melissa F. RobitaillePodiatry647173.0 mi
Leonard M. TalaricoPodiatry525173.1 mi
Prianka SharmaPodiatry1.5K173.3 mi
David A. ValbuenaPodiatry1.6K173.3 mi
Tomeko L. McphillipsPodiatry459180.5 mi
Keith RousePodiatry1.4K181.7 mi
Lillian M. LoretzPodiatry400182.2 mi
30 nearest Podiatry doctors indexed for 31709, GA · call individual offices to confirm Medicare plan acceptance.

Pulmonology Doctors

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30 Pulmonology doctors are indexed near 31709, GA. Showing the 10 closest to the center of 31709, GA, ordered by distance.

DoctorSpecialtyMedicare Patients / yrDistance
Thomas J. UngarinoPulmonary Disease877<1 mi
James V. PalazzoloPulmonary Disease1.5K31.7 mi
Jyotir K. MehtaPulmonary Disease97931.7 mi
Ramana P. RaoPulmonary Disease42331.9 mi
Jason UngerPulmonary Disease32.9 mi
Shanti M. AkersPulmonary Disease33332.9 mi
Charles S. EdenfieldPulmonary Disease2.5K48.5 mi
Jai SuranaPulmonary Disease1.5K52.9 mi
Thomas G. FortsonPulmonary Disease1.1K52.9 mi
Brandy MizePulmonary Disease85553.6 mi
30 nearest Pulmonology doctors indexed for 31709, GA · call individual offices to confirm Medicare plan acceptance.

Rheumatology Doctors

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30 Rheumatology doctors are indexed near 31709, GA. Showing the 10 closest to the center of 31709, GA, ordered by distance.

DoctorSpecialtyMedicare Patients / yrDistance
Nilofer A. AhsanRheumatology10332.9 mi
Yaseen AleatanyRheumatology25253.4 mi
Sunita SharmaRheumatology53.4 mi
Huma P. AhmedRheumatology54753.6 mi
Jose A. LeonRheumatology34783.0 mi
Christopher AdamsRheumatology98683.0 mi
Zarmeena AliRheumatology44683.0 mi
Charles GaleaRheumatology704110.7 mi
Carlos M. GadeaRheumatology267120.6 mi
Eduardo Mantovani CardosoRheumatology120.6 mi
30 nearest Rheumatology doctors indexed for 31709, GA · call individual offices to confirm Medicare plan acceptance.

Urology Doctors

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30 Urology doctors are indexed near 31709, GA. Showing the 10 closest to the center of 31709, GA, ordered by distance.

DoctorSpecialtyMedicare Patients / yrDistance
Lynn A. LyonsUrology26225.8 mi
Michael MonahanUrology9.8K31.4 mi
Khaled AjibUrology6.3K31.4 mi
John McgillUrology74432.0 mi
Rex AjayiUrology32.0 mi
Albert K. GilbertUrology76852.9 mi
Elizabeth C. WendelUrology1.2K52.9 mi
Sundip S. PatelUrology40452.9 mi
Todd S. JarrellUrology3.4K53.3 mi
Charles S. MccallUrology1.9K53.3 mi
30 nearest Urology doctors indexed for 31709, GA · call individual offices to confirm Medicare plan acceptance.

Community Context: 31709, GA

Doctor availability is shaped by the community around it. Areas with higher senior populations tend to have more primary care, cardiology, and geriatric specialists. Rural areas may have fewer specialists but stronger telehealth adoption. Here's the local context near 31709, GA:

2,472
Residents 65+
1403%
On Medicare
D-
Area Safety Grade
62.3393
Households with Fiber

Demographics from the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey. Safety grades from CrimeGrade.org. Full neighborhood profiles at BestNeighborhood.org. Address-specific broadband options at ISPReports.org — important for Medicare beneficiaries considering telehealth visits.

Telehealth near 31709, GA: Is Your Internet Ready?

Many Medicare Advantage and some Part D plans now cover telehealth visits, making routine check-ins, specialist consults, and prescription refills easier from home. But telehealth requires reliable internet. Check providers at your specific address below. For official guidance on virtual visits, see Telehealth.HHS.gov from the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services.

For a full block-level internet report near 31709, GA, see ispreports.org.

Why Doctor Choice Matters for Medicare Beneficiaries

Medicare Advantage (Part C) plans each have their own provider networks. The specialist you want may be in-network for one plan and out-of-network for another. A few things to keep in mind when evaluating doctors near 31709, GA:

  • Network matters most. Medicare Advantage plans restrict which doctors you can use at in-network rates. Original Medicare + Medigap accepts any Medicare-enrolled provider. Always verify network status before enrolling.
  • Experience varies. Doctor experience levels range widely. Our pages show Medicare patient volume and procedure counts so you can gauge how frequently a doctor performs specific services.
  • Telehealth expands access. Many Medicare Advantage and Part D plans now cover telehealth visits — especially valuable for follow-ups, mental health, and specialist consults if mobility is limited. Check whether your address has reliable internet for telehealth →
  • Hospital affiliations matter for procedures. If you might need a procedure, check which hospitals your specialist is affiliated with — and whether those hospitals are also in your plan's network.

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Doctor FAQ: 31709, GA

How many doctors accept Medicare near 31709, GA?
We list 480 Medicare-enrolled doctors near 31709, GA across 16 specialty categories. All are registered with Medicare; whether a specific Medicare Advantage plan covers them depends on that plan's provider network. Compare Medicare plans near 31709, GA →
How do I find out which Medicare plans my doctor accepts?
Three quick steps: (1) open any doctor profile above, (2) call the office to confirm which plans they currently accept for Medicare patients, and (3) compare the Medicare plans available near 31709, GA to pick the right one. You can also call 1-800-MEDICARE for help at any time.
Do doctors near 31709, GA offer telehealth?
Most Medicare-enrolled primary care physicians and many specialists now offer telehealth visits, especially since CMS expanded reimbursement in 2020. Availability varies by practice and by visit type — annual wellness exams and established-patient follow-ups are the most commonly offered virtual visits. Call the office directly to confirm what they offer and whether your plan covers it. Reliable broadband matters for video visits — check internet options near 31709, GA.
What's the difference between Medicare Advantage and Original Medicare for doctor access?
Original Medicare (Parts A + B) lets you see any doctor who accepts Medicare — no network restrictions. Medicare Advantage (Part C) plans restrict you to their provider network for in-network rates. Out-of-network care on Advantage plans typically costs much more, and some HMO-style plans don't cover it at all except in emergencies. Read our complete guide →
Is this data up to date?
Doctor identity, specialty, and address come from the CMS NPPES registry (refreshed monthly). Patient volumes and procedures come from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data (annual, typically 18 months in arrears). Hospital affiliations come from CMS Physician Compare. We refresh all three sources on each data release. Read our methodology →

About the Data & Editorial Team

Wes Ward

Wes Ward

Founder & Data Lead

Wes Ward reviews every doctor directory on this site for data accuracy, source verification, and methodology compliance. All 480 physicians listed near 31709, GA come from publicly available CMS sources and are displayed without requiring any personal information from visitors.

With 25+ years in data analytics — including work with highly regulated genomic data at Ancestry.com — Wes brings enterprise-level rigor to consumer data tools. He is also a co-founder of BestNeighborhood.org, CrimeGrade.org, and ISPReports.org, whose block-level data powers the local context on every page.

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InsuranceDataNow is an informational resource based in South Jordan, Utah. We are not affiliated with or endorsed by Medicare, CMS, or any doctor listed.

TPMO Disclaimer: We do not offer every plan available in your area. Any information we provide is limited to those plans we do offer in your area. Please contact Medicare.gov or 1-800-MEDICARE (24 hours a day/7 days a week) to get information on all of your options.

Sources

  • CMS NPPES: Provider identity, specialties, and addresses from npiregistry.cms.hhs.gov
  • Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data: Patient volumes and procedure counts from data.cms.gov
  • CMS Physician Compare: Hospital affiliations from data.cms.gov
  • CrimeGrade.org: Block-level safety data for 31709, GA
  • BestNeighborhood.org: Community profile for 31709, GA
  • ISPReports.org: Broadband availability for telehealth readiness

All data is sourced from official government databases and trusted third-party providers. Data is updated regularly — see page header for last refresh dates. Read our methodology →Privacy policy

Medicare Plans by Health Condition

These condition-specific pages show which Medicare plans score highest by CMS quality measures for each condition in this zip code:

Dual-Eligible Special Needs Plans (D-SNPs) in 31709, GA

If you qualify for both Medicare and Medicaid, a D-SNP combines both into a single plan — often with $0 premiums, $0 copays, and extra benefits like dental, vision, and transportation.

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Community Health in 31709, GA

CDC PLACES data for 31709, GA. Higher screening rates and lower disease burden generally indicate better preventive care access — factors that influence plan choice.

Diabetes
16.1%
of adults · national avg 12.1%
Heart Disease
7.1%
coronary heart disease · national avg 6.2%
High Blood Pressure
42.0%
of adults · national avg 34.1%

Source: CDC PLACES (2025) — zip-level estimates.

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