32 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Deatkine, Internist in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. David Deatkine, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Birmingham, AL with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 32 years. Dr. Deatkine graduated from University of Texas Southwestern Medical School, Dallas and completed his residency at Duke Univ Med Ctr, Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism; Duke Univ Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Deatkine is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Deatkine’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Deatkine’s office at (205) 313-2650.
Where did Dr. Deatkine go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Duke Univ Med Ctr, Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism; Duke Univ Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Duke University Med Center | Duke University Hospital Program
Medical School: University of Texas Southwestern Medical School, Dallas
What languages does Dr. Deatkine speak?
Dr. Deatkine and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Deatkine typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Deatkine 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. Deatkine. 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:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
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:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- Age-Related Brain Degeneration
- Dementia
- Senile Dementia
- Brain Degeneration in Elderly
ICD-10 Codes:
- G311: Senile degeneration of brain, not elsewhere classified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Deatkine typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. David Deatkine 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. Deatkine's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Deatkine accept my insurance?
Dr. Deatkine accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 313-2650 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Deatkine accept in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Deatkine 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 Louisiana
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama
Christian Healthcare Ministries
Cigna Group
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Deatkine's office located?
Dr. David Deatkine's Primary Practice
2728 10th Ave S Ste 310
Birmingham, AL 35205
(205) 313-2650
What is Dr. Deatkine's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Deatkine's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1336255850.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Deatkine?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Deatkine
What is Dr. David Deatkine's specialty?
Dr. Deatkine 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. David Deatkine affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Deatkine is affiliated with Gulf Breeze Hospital, Uab Hospital, Ascension St. Vincent’s Birmingham, Aspen Valley Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is David Deatkine accepting new patients in Birmingham, AL?
Yes, Dr. David Deatkine is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. David Deatkine offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Deatkine's office at (205) 313-2650 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with David Deatkine?
Please contact Dr. Deatkine's office at (205) 313-2650 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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