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Dr. Joel Milligan, MD

Guntersville, AL

20 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Milligan, Family Medicine Specialist in Guntersville, AL?

    Dr. Joel Milligan, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Guntersville, AL. He has been practicing for over 20 years and is board certified. Dr. Milligan completed his residency at Univ Of Al Hosp, Family Medicine. Dr. Milligan is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Milligan’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Milligan’s office at (256) 582-5131.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of Al Hosp, Family Medicine | University Of Al Hospital

    • Medical School: University of Ar Coll of Med, Little Rock Ar

    Is Dr. Milligan board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Joel Milligan, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Milligan speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Milligan typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Milligan 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. Milligan. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Testicular Hypofunction
    • Testicular Disorder
    • Underactive Testicles
    • Low Testicular Function
    • Hypogonadism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E291: Testicular hypofunction

    Also known as:

    • Cardiovascular Disorder Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Heart Disease Screening
    • Vascular Disease Check
    • Cardiac Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z136: Encounter for screening for cardiovascular disorders

    Also known as:

    • Other Specific B Vitamin Deficiency
    • B Vitamins
    • Malnutrition
    • Specific B Vitamin Shortage
    • Less Common B Vitamin Deficiency
    • Rare B Vitamin Deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E538: Deficiency of other specified B group vitamins

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Milligan typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Milligan performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Milligan. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Precancerous Skin Lesions
    • Skin Conditions
    • Actinic Keratosis Treatment
    • Premalignant Lesion Destruction
    • Skin Cancer Prevention Treatment
    • Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions

    CPT Codes:

    • 17000: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), premalignant lesions (eg, actinic keratoses); first lesion

    Does Dr. Milligan accept my insurance?

    Dr. Milligan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (256) 582-5131 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Milligan accept in Guntersville, AL?

    Dr. Milligan in Guntersville, 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 Blue Shield of Alabama

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Devoted Health

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

    • Viva Health

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    Where is Dr. Milligan's office located?

    Dr. Joel Milligan's Primary Practice

    2337 Homer Clayton Dr

    Guntersville, AL 35976

    (256) 582-5131

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

    Dr. Milligan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1093829640.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Milligan?

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

    What is Dr. Joel Milligan's specialty?

    Dr. Milligan is a Family Medicine Specialist near Guntersville, AL.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

    Is this Dr. Joel Milligan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Milligan is affiliated with Huntsville Hospital 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

    When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Joel Milligan accepting new patients in Guntersville, AL?

    Yes, Dr. Joel Milligan is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Joel Milligan offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Milligan's office at (256) 582-5131 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Joel Milligan?

    Please contact Dr. Milligan's office at (256) 582-5131 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Joel Milligan have?

    Dr. Joel Milligan is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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