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About Dr. Elizabeth L. Atkins
Background and practice information
Dr. Elizabeth L. Atkins is a hospitalist with over 24 years of clinical experience serving patients in the Canton, GA area. She completed her medical training at West Virginia University School Of Medicine and has been in practice since 2002. She currently practices at North Atlanta Professional Services Llc.
Dr. Elizabeth L. Atkins's clinical practice focuses on treating patients with severe inflammation, inflammation, autoimmune conditions, and allergic reactions, acid reflux and stomach ulcers, and related conditions. In addition to hospitalist, she also specializes in hospice/palliative care.
Dr. Elizabeth L. Atkins has earned an outstanding quality rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, scoring 98.3 out of 100 on the MIPS quality assessment — placing her among the top-performing providers in her specialty. Dr. Elizabeth L. Atkins is in-network with 6 insurance providers, including Aetna, Cigna, Medicare, and 3 more. Patients are encouraged to verify coverage with her office before scheduling an appointment.
Additional specialties: Hospice/Palliative Care
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North Atlanta Professional Services Llc
Primary450 Northside Cherokee Blvd
Canton, GA 30115
(770) 224-1000
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Treatment & Experience
Clinical practice and procedure experience for Dr. Elizabeth L. Atkins
Services & Procedures
Dr. Elizabeth L. Atkins's clinical practice encompasses hospital care.
Hospital Care
539 servicesDr. Elizabeth L. Atkins manages inpatient hospital care including admissions, daily rounds, critical care, and discharge coordination, including hospital admission and hospital discharge and daily hospital rounds. Medicare patients typically pay significantly less than the standard charge for these services, with Medicare-approved rates averaging 76% below the billed amount.
Treatment Approach
Dr. Elizabeth L. Atkins's treatment approach includes prescribing Methylprednisolone, Prednisone, Amoxicillin/potassium Clav (Amoxicillin-clavulanate Potass) for her patients. These medications are commonly used for treating severe inflammation, inflammation, autoimmune conditions, and allergic reactions, acid reflux and stomach ulcers. This prescribing pattern is consistent with a focused practice in hospitalist. Dr. Elizabeth L. Atkins has treated a significant number of Medicare patients, demonstrating an established practice in this area.
Source: CMS Medicare Provider Utilization and Payment Data, 2023.
Insurance Networks
Accepted insurance plans and networks
Dr. Elizabeth L. Atkins accepts 28 plans from 6 insurers, including Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna.
Source: CMS Transparency in Coverage filings (March 2026). Network participation may change — verify with the provider's office before scheduling.
Quality & Safety
CMS quality performance and patient safety measures
Exceptional
CMS Quality Score · Out of 100
Dr. Atkins received an overall quality score of 98.3 out of 100 from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), reflecting exceptional performance across clinical quality, patient safety, and care coordination. This score places Dr. Atkins among the highest-performing hospitalists in Canton, GA and nationwide. When searching for a top-rated hospitalist, a CMS quality score at this level indicates a strong commitment to evidence-based, high-quality patient care.
Clinical Quality
97.9/100Measures the quality of care provided based on clinical outcomes and patient safety
Cost Efficiency
84.6/100Evaluates how efficiently healthcare resources are used while maintaining quality
Care Improvement
40.0/40Reflects participation in activities that improve clinical practice and patient engagement
Source: CMS Merit-based Incentive Payment System
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About Hospitalist
Specialty overview and common conditions
A hospitalist is a physician who specializes in the care of patients during hospitalization. These doctors focus exclusively on inpatient medicine, managing patients from admission through discharge. Hospitalists coordinate care between multiple specialists, oversee treatment plans, communicate with...
Common conditions treated by hospitalist specialists:
- Pneumonia and Respiratory Infections
- Heart Failure Exacerbation
- COPD Exacerbation
- Sepsis and Severe Infections
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Elizabeth L. Atkins
Does Dr. Atkins accept Medicare?
Yes, Dr. Atkins accepts Medicare assignment. Patients with Medicare coverage can see Dr. Atkins and typically pay less out of pocket when using a provider who accepts Medicare assignment.
What insurance does Dr. Atkins accept?
Dr. Atkins is in-network with 6 insurance providers, including Aetna, Cigna, Medicare, Oxford Health Plans (UHC), UMR, and 1 more. Insurance networks can change, so patients should verify their specific plan coverage directly with Dr. Atkins's office before scheduling.
Does Dr. Atkins offer telehealth or virtual appointments?
Dr. Atkins does not currently list telehealth services. For virtual care options, contact the office directly or consider other hospitalist providers in Canton who offer telehealth.
What conditions does Dr. Atkins treat?
As a hospitalist specialist, Dr. Atkins commonly treats conditions including pneumonia and respiratory infections, heart failure exacerbation, copd exacerbation, sepsis and severe infections, acute kidney injury, and other related health concerns. Contact the office to discuss your specific healthcare needs.
What medications does Dr. Atkins commonly prescribe?
Based on Medicare prescribing data, Dr. Atkins commonly prescribes medications including Methylprednisolone, Prednisone, Amoxicillin/Potassium Clav. The specific medications prescribed depend on each patient's individual diagnosis and health needs. Patients should discuss treatment options directly with Dr. Atkins during their consultation.
What is Dr. Atkins's quality rating?
Dr. Atkins has received an outstanding quality score of 98.3 out of 100 from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) through the Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS). This score reflects performance across quality measures, promoting interoperability, improvement activities, and cost efficiency.
Where did Dr. Atkins go to medical school?
Dr. Atkins completed medical training at West Virginia University School Of Medicine and has been practicing since 2002, bringing over 24 years of clinical experience.
Where is Dr. Atkins's office located?
Dr. Atkins practices at 450 NORTHSIDE CHEROKEE BLVD, Canton, GA 30115 at NORTH ATLANTA PROFESSIONAL SERVICES LLC. You can reach the office by calling (770) 224-1000.
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Atkins?
To schedule an appointment with Dr. Atkins, call the office at (770) 224-1000. New patients should have their insurance information and medical records ready when calling.
Data source: CMS National Provider Registry ·
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