Medicare Procedure and Patient Information
2021 Medicare Procedure Volume
Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Georgia Chung McLendon, MD for Medicare patients.
67 |
Dr. Georgia Chung McLendon, MD is a general internist in Bellaire, TX specializing in general internal medicine. She graduated from Texas A & M Health Science Center College of Medicine. Dr. Georgia Chung McLendon, MD is affiliated with Houston Methodist and TMH PHYSICIAN ASSOCIATES PLLC.
6750 West Loop S Suite 420
Bellaire, TX 77401
Anxiety
Anxiety is a generic name given to a variety of conditions characterized by unusual amounts of fear and worry, especially unrealistic fears and tension. People who suffer from anxiety often are aware that their fears are irrational, but that knowledge does not make the feeling of being scared and anxious go away. To qualify as anxiety, symptoms must last for 6 months or more and interfere with the way a person lives their daily life. Some cases may be mild, where, for example, a person simply avoids certain situations. Other cases can be severe enough to be disabling.
Some of the specific conditions covered under the general label of anxiety include:
Collectively, anxiety disorders are the most common mental health issues diagnosed in the United States -- even more common than depression. Women are more likely than men to be diagnosed with anxiety, and it is extremely common for a person with anxiety to have another illness at the same time, such as depression, a physical illness, or substance abuse.
Treatment for anxiety usually involves medication and psychotherapy together. Medications used may include antidepressants (which also work for anxiety), anti-anxiety medications, or beta blockers (which can be used to control the physical symptoms of anxiety). Psychotherapy can be useful to teach patients new ways of thinking and reacting so that they can manage their feelings of worry and fear. Support groups can also be very effective for anxiety, and they can be a form of treatment themselves for social phobias. Stress management, relaxation techniques, and meditation all help reduce feelings of anxiety or of being out of control. Finally, having a strong support network of family and friends is an excellent way to help manage the difficulties of life with anxiety.
Depression
Everyone knows what it feels like to get the blues once in a while. But depression is a serious illness that is more severe than a bad day and lasts much longer. Symptoms of depression stop a person from being able to function and enjoy daily activities for weeks or months at a time. It can happen to anyone, and it isn't something that people can control by force of will or "snap out of it."
Some common symptoms of depression include:
We don't yet know what causes depression, but it's thought that it is a combination of genetic, biological, environmental, and social influences. Because of this, the most effective treatments for depression combine medication with psychotherapy. Therapy, especially cognitive-behavioral therapy, can be extremely helpful in resolving the negative thoughts and feelings that come with depression. It gives patients new tools that they can use themselves to cope when their depression is making them feel down.
Some of the common medications used to treat depression include antidepressants such as SSRI's (Prozac, Paxil, Zoloft) or atypical antidepressants (Cymbalta, Wellbutrin). It's important to remember that these medications have different effects on everybody, and no one medication works right for everyone. Patients may have to try a couple before finding the one that works just right for them. If the first medication they try doesn't work, they should talk to their doctor about trying something else. In extreme cases where medication is not enough, electro-convulsive therapy and hospitalization may be the answer to keeping a severely depressed person safe.
Depression is a difficult illness to deal with, but it is more common than believed and there are many people who can help. With the right treatment, individuals with depression can get back to fully enjoying life again.
Heart Problems
The heart is one of the most important organs in the body. This smooth muscle expands and contracts rhythmically an entire lifetime, pumping blood to the lungs and then to every other cell in the body. When heart problems occur, it becomes difficult for the body to get the nutrients and oxygen it needs via the blood. So while there are a variety of illnesses and disorders that affect the heart, most of them cause weakness, exhaustion and shortness of breath. The most common heart conditions include heart disease, angina, arrhythmia, and valve disorders.
Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States for both men and women. This includes coronary artery disease, heart attacks, congestive heart failure, and congenital heart disease. Some conditions, such as genetics, cannot be controlled. But there are many other things one can do to lower their risk for heart disease. Controlling high blood pressure and cholesterol levels, reducing or stopping smoking, exercising more and losing weight if needed, and eating a diet low in sodium can all protect the heart.
Angina is a squeezing type of chest pain that happens when the muscles around the heart don't get enough oxygen. It can be regular or infrequent. Usually, angina is caused by coronary heart disease. However, not all chest pain is angina. Chest pain can also be caused by a lung infection or panic attack, for example, so it is important to have any sudden pain checked.
Arrhythmia is the word for when the heart beats too fast, too slow, or irregularly with skipped beats. It can feel frightening, and depending on the type it can be dangerous, but in most cases arrhythmia is not serious and can be treated. It is very common, especially in older adults.
Heart valve problems can happen in any one of the the heart's four valves that keep blood flowing where it needs to go. Babies can be born with problems in their heart valves, or valves can be damaged by infections. The valves can stiffen and become less mobile, or they can stop closing properly and 'leak' when the heart beats. Valve problems can usually be repaired surgically.
Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Georgia Chung McLendon, MD for Medicare patients.
doctor visit | 67 |
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Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Georgia Chung McLendon, MD for Medicare patients.
doctor visit | 67 |
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Dr. Georgia Chung McLendon, MD graduated from Texas A & M Health Science Center College of Medicine. She completed residency at Internship: Medicine | Houston Methodist Hospital | Houston, Texas. She has a state license in Texas.
Medical School: Texas A & M Health Science Center College of Medicine
Residency: Internship: Medicine | Houston Methodist Hospital | Houston, Texas
Licensed In: Texas
Dr. Georgia Chung McLendon, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:
Dr. Georgia Chung McLendon, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 4 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Georgia Chung McLendon, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Bellaire, TX.
These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Georgia Chung McLendon, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.
Novo Nordisk Inc |
$290
Ozempic $144 |
RYBELSUS $87 |
Wegovy $58 |
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AbbVie Inc. |
$255
QULIPTA $97 |
LINZESS $78 |
VRAYLAR $28 |
BOTOX $27 |
UBRELVY $24 |
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Lilly USA, LLC |
$208
MOUNJARO $130 |
JARDIANCE $77 |
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Pfizer Inc. |
$141
NURTEC ODT $119 |
ZAVZPRET $21 |
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Amgen Inc. |
$102
Repatha $86 |
Prolia $15 |
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Other |
$671
Tymlos $93 |
KESIMPTA $81 |
Cologuard Collection Kit $77 |
FLUARIX QUADRIVALENT $68 |
ZIO XT Patch $50 |
Other $303 |
Food and Beverage | $1,665 |
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Dr. Georgia McLendon's medical specialty is general internal medicine. Dr. McLendon has a 5.0 out of 5 star average patient rating. She is affiliated with Houston Methodist. She welcomes new patients at her office inBellaire, TX as reported by Doctor.com.