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38 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Ozbirn, Nephrologist in Homewood, AL?
Dr. Thomas Ozbirn, DO is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Homewood, AL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 38 years. Dr. Ozbirn is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ozbirn’s office at (205) 226-5900.
What languages does Dr. Ozbirn speak?
Dr. Ozbirn and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Ozbirn typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Ozbirn diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Ozbirn. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- CKD Stage 3b
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
- Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
- Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension
- CKD Stage 3a
ICD-10 Codes:
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Ozbirn typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Thomas Ozbirn may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. Ozbirn's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ozbirn accept my insurance?
Please contact Dr. Ozbirn's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.
Where is Dr. Ozbirn's office located?
What is Dr. Ozbirn's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ozbirn's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1811955156.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ozbirn?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ozbirn
What is Dr. Thomas Ozbirn's specialty?
Dr. Ozbirn is a Nephrologist near Homewood, AL.
What does a Nephrologist do?
An internist who manages disorders related to the kidneys, including high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance, and dialysis for waste removal when kidney function is impaired. This specialist also collaborates with surgeons regarding kidney transplantation.
Is this Dr. Thomas Ozbirn affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Ozbirn is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
When to see a Nephrologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Thomas Ozbirn accepting new patients in Homewood, AL?
Yes, Dr. Thomas Ozbirn is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Thomas Ozbirn offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ozbirn's office at (205) 226-5900 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Thomas Ozbirn?
Please contact Dr. Ozbirn's office at (205) 226-5900 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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