Orthopedic surgery in Lawrenceville

Insurance

Coverage, referrals and estimates, explained before your visit.

Insurance

How billing works

Gary Levongood, MD, practices in Lawrenceville, Georgia, with a focus on sports medicine, shoulder, and elbow care. He completed fellowship training in sports medicine at The Hughston Clinic, residency in orthopedic surgery at St. Mary's Hospital Medical Center, and medical school at the Medical College of Georgia at Georgia Health Sciences University. He is affiliated with Northside Hospital Orthopedics, Sports Medicine.

Our office works with most major insurance plans. Coverage can vary by plan, especially for visits related to shoulder, elbow, or sports injury evaluation, so we recommend calling our office before your appointment to confirm your specific benefits and check whether your plan requires a referral. Our staff can help verify coverage and answer billing questions.

Dr. Levongood is accepting new patients.

This page is for general information and is not medical advice.

Questions

Questions patients ask

Does Dr. Levongood's office accept my insurance?

It depends on your specific plan. Insurance networks change often, and coverage for a specialist visit depends on your plan, your network and whether your plan requires a referral. The office verifies your benefits before your appointment, so the most reliable way to confirm coverage is to call ahead and have your insurance card ready.

Do I need a referral to see Dr. Levongood?

Often, yes. Many insurance plans require a referral from your primary care physician before you can see an orthopedic specialist, and this is especially common for sports medicine evaluations. Dr. Levongood's practice in Lawrenceville, GA works closely with referring physicians, and most patients arrive after a referral for a shoulder, elbow or sports-related injury. If you are unsure whether your plan requires one, your insurance card or your primary care office can tell you.

Will my insurance cover an evaluation for a shoulder or elbow injury?

In most cases, yes. A medically necessary evaluation of a shoulder or elbow injury, including a sports-related injury, is processed the same way as any other orthopedic visit under most plans. Dr. Levongood completed fellowship training in sports medicine at The Hughston Clinic, with particular attention to shoulder and elbow injuries, and evaluations in this area are a routine part of his practice. Your specific out-of-pocket cost still depends on your plan's deductible and copay structure, which the office can review with you.

What should I bring to my appointment for insurance purposes?

Bring your insurance card and a photo ID. If your plan requires a referral, bring that paperwork as well, along with any prior imaging or notes from a referring physician if you have them. Having these on hand helps the office confirm your coverage before your visit instead of after it.

Is Dr. Levongood accepting new patients?

Yes. Dr. Levongood is accepting new patients at his Lawrenceville, GA practice, including patients referred for shoulder, elbow and sports medicine evaluation. New patients are encouraged to call ahead to confirm insurance details before scheduling.

What if I don't have insurance?

Contact the office directly to discuss your options. The office can explain what payment arrangements are available; specific costs are not listed here because they depend on the visit and are best confirmed by phone. This page is educational and does not replace advice from your insurance provider or a member of Dr. Levongood's office staff. For the most current information about your specific coverage, contact your insurance company or the office directly.

Billing

How do payments work?

Contact the office to confirm insurance participation.

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