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Dr. Ashley Ketchum, DO

Pediatrician

Cullman, AL

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Ketchum, Pediatrician in Cullman, AL?

    Dr. Ashley Ketchum, DO is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Cullman, AL. Dr. Ketchum is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ketchum’s office at (256) 739-1575.

    What languages does Dr. Ketchum speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Ketchum typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Ketchum 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. Ketchum. 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:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Blood and Immune System Disorder Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Blood Disorder Check
    • Immune System Check-up
    • Hematologic Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z130: Encounter for screening for diseases of the blood and blood-forming organs and certain disorders involving the immune mechanism

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Ketchum typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Ashley Ketchum may include:

    Please contact Dr. Ketchum's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Ketchum accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ketchum accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (256) 739-1575 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ketchum accept in Cullman, AL?

    Dr. Ketchum in Cullman, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Public Education Employee Health Plan

    • State of Alabama

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Ketchum's office located?

    Suite 430

    1890 AL Highway 157 Ste 430

    Cullman, AL 35058

    (256) 739-1575

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    What hospitals are Dr. Ketchum affiliated with?

    Dr. Ketchum has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Childrens Of Alabama,Birmingham, AL
    Cullman Regional Medical Center,Cullman, AL

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

    Dr. Ketchum's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1295120871.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ketchum?

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

    What is Dr. Ashley Ketchum's specialty?

    Dr. Ketchum is a Pediatrician near Cullman, AL.

    What does a Pediatrician do?

    A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.

    Is Dr. Ashley Ketchum affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Ketchum is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Childrens Of Alabama, Cullman Regional 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

    When to see a Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatrician. 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 Dr. Ashley Ketchum accepting new patients in Cullman, AL?

    Yes, Dr. Ashley Ketchum is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ashley Ketchum offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ketchum's office at (256) 739-1575 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Ashley Ketchum?

    Please contact Dr. Ketchum's office at (256) 739-1575 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Ketchum's office located?

    Dr. Ketchum's office is located in Cullman, AL.