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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Duron, Internist in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Garret Duron is an Internist, who primarily practices in Birmingham, AL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Duron is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Duron’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Duron’s office at (912) 350-7573.
What languages does Dr. Duron speak?
Dr. Duron and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Duron typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Duron 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. Duron. 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:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
Also known as:
- Interstitial Lung Disease
- ILD
- Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Bronchiectasis
- Bronchiectasis Flare-Up
- Bronchial Disorder
- Damaged Airways
- Chronic Bronchial Dilation
- Lung Airway Damage
- Acute Bronchiectasis Exacerbation
- Worsening Bronchiectasis
- Bronchiectasis Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J479: Bronchiectasis, uncomplicated
- J471: Bronchiectasis with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Long-term lung failure with low oxygen
- Chronic hypoxic respiratory failure
- Ongoing breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9611: Chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Severe Persistent Asthma
- Moderate Persistent Asthma
- Asthma
- Chronic Severe Asthma
- Difficult-to-Treat Asthma
- Severe Asthma
- Ongoing Moderate Asthma
- Regular Moderate Asthma
- Chronic Moderate Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4550: Severe persistent asthma, uncomplicated
- J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Duron typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Garret Duron may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Duron's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Duron accept my insurance?
Dr. Duron accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (912) 350-7573 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Duron accept in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Duron in Birmingham, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Duron's office located?
Dr. Garret Duron's Primary Practice
810 Saint Vincents Dr
Birmingham, AL 35205
(912) 350-7573
What is Dr. Duron's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Duron's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1053894774.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Duron?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Duron
What is Dr. Garret Duron's specialty?
Dr. Duron is a Internist near Birmingham, AL.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Garret Duron affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Duron is affiliated with Unc Health Rex which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They 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
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Is Garret Duron accepting new patients in Birmingham, AL?
Yes, Dr. Garret Duron is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Garret Duron offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Duron's office at (912) 350-7573 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Garret Duron?
Please contact Dr. Duron's office at (912) 350-7573 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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