Summary

Dr. Steven Paynter is a surgeon with 43 years of experience providing comprehensive surgical care. He earned his medical degree from the Medical College of Georgia School of Medicine and completed his general surgery residency at East Tennessee State University. Dr. Paynter is board-certified in surgery through the American Board of Surgery and is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons. He speaks English.

Dr. Paynter practices at Hamilton Medical Center in Dalton, Georgia, where he provides expert care for patients with conditions including gallbladder inflammation, acid reflux, and GERD. His surgical expertise includes laparoscopic gallbladder removal and hernia repair in children. Patients rate Dr. Paynter 4.9 out of 5 stars for his surgical care and patient experience.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.9
  • 43 years of experience
  • 21 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • E Tn U-J H Quillen Coll Med, General Surgery
  • 2 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 3 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Location

Hamilton Physician Group - General Surgery

1504 Broadrick DriveDalton, GA 30720
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 12:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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4.9 
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43 Years of Experience 50 Years of Experience 35 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Dalton , GAChattanooga , TNDalton , GACalhoun , GA
Med School: Med Coll Of Ga Sch Of Med Med School: Wake Forest School Of Medicine Med School: Med Coll Of Ga Sch Of Med Med School: Harvard Medical School
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Steven Paynter

  • Aetna
  • Alliant Health Plans
  • AmeriGroup
  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Georgia
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee
  • CareSource
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - PPO
  • HealthScope Benefits
  • Humana
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Steven Paynter has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Steven Paynter has the following 3 areas of expertise

  • Gastrointestinal Diseases (GI Diseases)
  • Hiatal Hernia
  • Weight Loss Surgery (Bariatric Surgery)

Certifications, License, & Education

43 Years Experience

Steven Paynter holds an active medical license in the states of Florida and Georgia. They are board certified in Surgery by the American Board of Surgery.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Surgery by the American Board of Surgery.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Florida that expires in 2027 and an active medical license in the state of Georgia that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at E Tn U-J H Quillen Coll Med, General Surgery and East Tennessee State University Program.

Medical School

Graduated from Med Coll Of Ga Sch Of Med in 1983 and Medical College of Georgia at Georgia Regents University in 1983.

NPI Number

Steven Paynter's NPI number is 1184676520.

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Where is Steven Paynter's office located?
Steven Paynter's office is located at 1504 Broadrick Drive, Dalton, GA, 30720.
What languages does Steven Paynter speak?
Steven Paynter speaks English.
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