Summary

Dr. William Taunton is a family medicine physician who has devoted nearly five decades to caring for patients throughout central Georgia. He earned his medical degree from the Medical College of Georgia at Georgia Regents University and completed his residency training at the Medical Center of Central Georgia. With 48 years of clinical experience, Dr. Taunton has developed extensive expertise in comprehensive primary care for patients of all ages. He provides medical services in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Taunton practices at Central Georgia Family Medicine in Forsyth, Georgia, and maintains hospital privileges at Atrium Health Navicent The Medical Center. His clinical focus includes managing chronic conditions such as acid reflux and diabetes, with particular expertise in caring for older adults with diabetes. He also performs important preventive care services including breast cancer screening and advanced imaging techniques like digital breast tomosynthesis. Patients have given Dr. Taunton an average rating of 3.4 out of 5 stars.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.4
  • 48 years of experience
  • 28 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Medical Center Of Central Georgia
  • 3 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Flexible scheduling

Office Locations

Dr. William Stephen Taunton has 2 locations

Central Georgia Family Medicine

120 N Lee St Ste AForsyth, GA 31029
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 - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Central Georgia Family Medicine Llc

90 Martin Luther King Jr Dr Ste AForsyth, GA 31029

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No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Forsyth , GAJackson , GAJackson , GALocust Grove , GA
Med School: Medical College Of Georgia At Georgia Regents University Med School: Georgia State University Med School: Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: Trevecca Nazarene University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. William Stephen Taunton

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Alliant Health Plans
  • AmeriGroup
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Georgia
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare
  • CareSource
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Clover Health
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. William Stephen Taunton has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. William Stephen Taunton has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Contraception
  • Family Planning
  • Immunization
  • Influenza
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

48 Years Experience

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Medical Center Of Central Georgia.

Medical School

Graduated from Medical College Of Georgia At Georgia Regents University in 1978.

NPI Number

Dr. Taunton's NPI number is 1255308557.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. William Stephen Taunton speak?
Dr. William Stephen Taunton speaks English and Spanish.
Does Dr. William Stephen Taunton accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. William Stephen Taunton has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Which hospitals is Dr. William Stephen Taunton affiliated with?
Dr. William Stephen Taunton is affiliated with Atrium Health Navicent The Medical Center.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. William Stephen Taunton?
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Does Dr. William Stephen Taunton accept my insurance?
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