Summary

Dr. Jody Hughes is a board-certified pulmonologist who specializes in diagnosing and treating conditions affecting the lungs and respiratory system. He earned his medical degree from the University of Alabama at Birmingham, where he also completed his internship, residency, and fellowship training in pulmonary medicine. With 21 years of clinical experience, Dr. Hughes has developed extensive expertise in respiratory care. He communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Hughes practices at Piedmont Physicians Pulmonary and Sleep Medicine in Cartersville, Georgia, and maintains hospital affiliations with Wellstar Cobb Hospital, Wellstar Kennestone Hospital, and Wellstar Paulding Hospital. His clinical expertise includes managing electrolyte imbalances that can affect respiratory function. He also treats thyroid-related conditions such as goiter and thyroid nodules, which can sometimes impact breathing and overall respiratory health.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 21 years of experience
  • 30 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • University of Alabama at Birmingham- UAB Hospital
  • 2 specialties
  • 4 areas of expertise
  • 3 hospital affiliations
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Piedmont Physicians Pulmonary and Sleep Medicine of Cartersville

21 Pointe North DrCartersville, GA 30120
Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Jody Michael Hughes, MDDr. Buford Goodwin Harbin, MDLacy Holland LaceyDr. Chirag Harikrishn Patel, MD
PulmonologyInternal MedicineNurse PractitionerInternal Medicine
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
3.5 
21 Years of Experience 56 Years of Experience 25 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English
Cartersville , GARome , GAMarietta , GAHiram , GA
Med School: Uab Med School: Emory University School Of Medicine Med School: Universidad Iberoamericana (Unibe) School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Jody Michael Hughes

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna Medicare Advantage
  • AIDS Healthcare Foundation (Ryan White Part A)
  • Alliant Health Plans SoloCare (including Core & Select)
  • Alliant SimpleCare/4Corners
  • Ambetter (including Core & Select)
  • Anthem
  • Anthem MediBlue
  • Beech Street
  • CareSource
  • CareSource Dual Advantage (HMO D-SNP only)
  • CareSource Medicaid
  • Cigna
  • Georgia Health Advantage
  • Humana
  • Humana Medicare Advantage
  • Kaiser
  • Kaiser Medicare Advantage
  • LifeWell (HealthScope)
  • Medicare
  • Peach State
  • PHCS/MultiPlan
  • Pruitt Health Premier (AllyAlign)
  • Sonder
  • Tricare Prime (referral required)
  • Tricare Select
  • United Healthcare
  • United Healthcare Marketplace Exchange
  • United Healthcare Medicare Advantage
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Jody Michael Hughes has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Jody Michael Hughes has the following 4 areas of expertise

  • Internal Medicine
  • Pulmonary Critical Care Medicine
  • Pulmonary Disease
  • Pulmonologist

Certifications, License, & Education

21 Years Experience

Jody Michael Hughes holds an expired medical license in the state of Georgia.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Georgia that expired in 2025.

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at University of Alabama at Birmingham- UAB Hospital in 2011.

Residency

Completed their residency at University of Alabama at Birmingham- UAB Hospital in 2008.

Internship

Completed their internship at University of Alabama at Birmingham- UAB Hospital in 2006.

Medical School

Graduated from Uab in 2023 and University of Alabama School of Medicine (Birmingham) in 2005.

NPI Number

Jody Michael Hughes' NPI number is 1225240179.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Jody Hughes affiliated with?
Jody Hughes is affiliated with Wellstar Cobb Hospital Inc, Wellstar Kennestone Hospital, and Wellstar Paulding Hospital.
Does Jody Hughes accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Jody Hughes has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Jody Hughes's office located?
Jody Hughes's office is located at 21 Pointe North Dr, Cartersville, GA, 30120.
What languages does Jody Hughes speak?
Jody Hughes speaks English.
How can I make an appointment with Jody Hughes?
You can find contact information for Jody Hughes here on Vitals.

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