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Dr. Ambika Ashraf, MD

Birmingham, AL

27 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Ashraf, Pediatric Endocrinologist in Birmingham, AL?

    Dr. Ambika Ashraf, MD is a Pediatric Endocrinologist, who primarily practices in Birmingham, AL. She has been practicing for over 27 years and is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Ashraf graduated from Government Medical College Kozhikode and completed her residency at Univ Of Al Hosp, Pediatrics; Bronx-Lebanon Hosp Ctr, Pediatrics. Dr. Ashraf is fluent in English, Hindi, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ashraf’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ashraf’s office at (205) 393-9107.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Ashraf?

    Dr. Ambika Ashraf, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatric Endocrinologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Ashraf empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Diabetes, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Birmingham/AL community, Dr. Ashraf is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    Where did Dr. Ashraf go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Univ Of Al Hosp, Pediatrics; Bronx-Lebanon Hosp Ctr, Pediatrics | Bronx Lebanon College Med | University of Alabama Hospital Program

    • Medical School: Med Coll, Calicut University, Calicut, Kerala | Calicut Medical College, University Of Calicut | Government Medical College Kozhikode | Medical College

    Is Dr. Ashraf board certified in Pediatric Endocrinologist?

    Yes, Dr. Ambika Ashraf, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Ashraf speak?

    Dr. Ashraf and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Hindi

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Ashraf treat?

    As a Pediatric Endocrinologist, Dr. Ashraf 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. Ashraf. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Type 1 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Type 1 Diabetes
    • Type 1 Diabetes with Diabetic Ketoacidosis
    • Diabetes Type 1
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Type 1 diabetes
    • Diabetes Tests & Diagnosis
    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Glucose in Type 1 Diabetes
    • High Blood Sugar Episode
    • Juvenile Diabetes
    • Insulin-Dependent Diabetes
    • T1D
    • Juvenile Diabetes with DKA
    • Insulin-Dependent Diabetes with Diabetic Acidosis
    • Type 1 Diabetes and Ketones

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1065: Type 1 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
    • E109: Type 1 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1010: Type 1 diabetes mellitus with ketoacidosis without coma

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Osteogenesis Imperfecta
    • Dentinogenesis imperfecta
    • Brittle bone disease
    • OI
    • Fragile bones

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q780: Osteogenesis imperfecta

    Also known as:

    • Underactive Pituitary Gland
    • Overactive Pituitary Gland
    • Pituitary Disorder
    • Combined pituitary hormone deficiency
    • Isolated growth hormone deficiency
    • Hypopituitarism
    • Pituitary Hormone Deficiency
    • Low Pituitary Function
    • Pituitary Hyperfunction
    • Excess Pituitary Hormone
    • Hyperpituitarism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E230: Hypopituitarism
    • E228: Other hyperfunction of pituitary gland

    Also known as:

    • Other Forms of Osteoporosis
    • Osteoporosis
    • Secondary Osteoporosis
    • Bone Thinning Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M818: Other osteoporosis without current pathological fracture

    Also known as:

    • Short Stature in Children
    • Growth Disorder
    • Child Growth Problems
    • Dwarfism
    • Growth Retardation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R6252: Short stature (child)

    Also known as:

    • Familial High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Genetic Disorder
    • Familial hypercholesterolemia
    • FH
    • Genetic high cholesterol

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E7801: Familial hypercholesterolemia

    Also known as:

    • Prediabetes
    • Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
    • Borderline diabetes
    • Insulin resistance
    • High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7303: Prediabetes

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • High Triglycerides
    • Cholesterol
    • Hypercholesterolemia
    • High blood cholesterol
    • Elevated cholesterol
    • Hypertriglyceridemia
    • Elevated triglycerides
    • High blood fats

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
    • E781: Pure hyperglyceridemia

    Also known as:

    • Hashimoto's Disease
    • Thyroid Disease
    • Hashimoto's disease
    • Autoimmune thyroiditis', 'Chronic lymphocytic thyroiditis', 'Hashimoto's thyroiditis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E063: Autoimmune thyroiditis

    Also known as:

    • Familial Hypophosphatemia
    • Metabolic Disorder
    • Hereditary hypophosphatemic rickets
    • Hereditary Hypophosphatemic Rickets
    • Low Phosphate Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E8331: Familial hypophosphatemia

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Early Puberty
    • Puberty
    • Central precocious puberty
    • Precocious puberty
    • Puberty at a young age

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E301: Precocious puberty

    Also known as:

    • Health Literacy Issues
    • Health Literacy
    • Difficulty understanding health info
    • Poor health comprehension
    • Limited health knowledge
    • Health information challenges

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z559: Problems related to education and literacy, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Low Blood Sugar
    • Hypoglycemia
    • Low Blood Glucose (Hypoglycemia)
    • Blood Sugar Drop
    • Sugar Crash

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E162: Hypoglycemia, unspecified

    Does Dr. Ashraf accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ashraf accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 393-9107 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ashraf accept in Birmingham, AL?

    Dr. Ashraf 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 Commercial

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama

    • Cigna

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Public Education Employee Health Plan

    • State of Alabama

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Ashraf's office located?

    Dr. Ambika Ashraf's Primary Practice

    1600 7th Ave S

    Birmingham, AL 35233

    (205) 393-9107

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    What is Dr. Ashraf's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Ashraf's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1134232226.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ashraf?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ashraf

    What is Dr. Ambika Ashraf's specialty?

    Dr. Ashraf is a Pediatric Endocrinologist near Birmingham, AL. A pediatrician specializing in the care of infants, children, and adolescents with diseases caused by abnormalities in the endocrine glands, which produce hormones. This includes conditions such as diabetes mellitus, growth failure, atypical body size for age, early or delayed puberty, congenital abnormalities, and disorders affecting the thyroid, adrenal, and pituitary glands, as well as the genital region. Contact Dr. Ashraf to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Ambika Ashraf affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Ashraf is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Children's Hospital of Alabama. 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

    Where can I learn more about Pediatric Endocrinologist?

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    Is Ambika Ashraf accepting new patients in Birmingham, AL?

    Yes, Dr. Ambika Ashraf is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ambika Ashraf offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ashraf's office at (205) 393-9107 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Ambika Ashraf?

    Please contact Dr. Ashraf's office at (205) 393-9107 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Ambika Ashraf have?

    Dr. Ambika Ashraf is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.

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