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Dr. Michael Crain, MD

Birmingham, AL

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    Who is Dr. Crain, Pulmonologist in Birmingham, AL?

    Dr. Michael Crain, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Birmingham, AL with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Crain graduated from University of South Alabama College of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Of Al Hosp, Pulmonary Diseases; Univ Of Al Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Crain is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Crain’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Crain’s office at (205) 780-1963.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of Al Hosp, Pulmonary Diseases; Univ Of Al Hosp, Internal Medicine | University of Alabama Hospital Program

    • Medical School: University of South Al Coll of Med, Mobile Al | University of South Alabama College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Crain board certified in Pulmonologist?

    Yes, Dr. Michael Crain, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Crain speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Crain treat?

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Crain 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. Crain. 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:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with High Carbon Dioxide
    • Acute Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
    • Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
    • Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Lung failure
    • Breathing failure
    • Respiratory insufficiency
    • Sudden and long-term lung failure with high CO2
    • Acute-on-chronic hypercapnic respiratory failure
    • Mixed respiratory failure with hypercapnia
    • Sudden lung failure
    • Acute breathing failure
    • Rapid onset respiratory failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9690: Respiratory failure, unspecified, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
    • J9622: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypercapnia
    • J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Collapsed Lung
    • Atelectasis
    • Lung collapse
    • Incomplete lung expansion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9811: Atelectasis

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • Pleural Effusion
    • Pleural Disorder
    • Fluid in lungs
    • Water on the lung
    • Fluid around lungs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Metabolic Brain Disorder
    • Brain Disease
    • Metabolic Encephalopathy
    • Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy

    Also known as:

    • Other Bronchial Disorder
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Other Bronchial Tube Diseases
    • Miscellaneous Airway Disorders
    • Unspecified Bronchial Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9809: Other diseases of bronchus, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
    • Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
    • GI Bleeding
    • Internal Digestive Bleeding
    • Digestive Tract Hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
    • Heart Attack
    • Myocardial Infarction
    • Non-STEMI
    • Less Severe Heart Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure with Tubule Damage
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Tubular Necrosis
    • ATN
    • Kidney Tubule Death

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N170: Acute kidney failure with tubular necrosis

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Does Dr. Crain accept my insurance?

    Dr. Crain accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 780-1963 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Crain 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 Alabama

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Devoted Health

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • State of Alabama

    • United Mine Workers of America

    • UnitedHealthcare

    • Viva Health

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    Where is Dr. Crain's office located?

    Dr. Michael Crain's Primary Practice

    701 Princeton Ave SW Ste Crs

    Birmingham, AL 35211

    (205) 780-1963

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    Dr. Michael Crain's Practice 2

    2010 Brookwood Med Center Dr

    Birmingham, AL 35209

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

    Dr. Crain's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1760598916.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Crain?

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

    What is Dr. Michael Crain's specialty?

    Dr. Crain is a Pulmonologist near Birmingham, AL. An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders. Contact Dr. Crain to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Michael Crain affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Crain is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Princeton Baptist Medical Center. 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 Pulmonologist?

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    Is Michael Crain accepting new patients in Birmingham, AL?

    Yes, Dr. Michael Crain is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Michael Crain offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Crain's office at (205) 780-1963 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Michael Crain?

    Please contact Dr. Crain's office at (205) 780-1963 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Michael Crain have?

    Dr. Michael Crain is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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