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Dr. Brian Adler, MD

Birmingham, AL

37 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Adler, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Birmingham, AL?

    Dr. Brian Adler, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Birmingham, AL. He has been practicing for over 37 years and is board certified. Dr. Adler graduated from Boston University School of Medicine. Dr. Adler is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Adler’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Adler’s office at (205) 870-4783.

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

    • Medical School: Boston University School of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Adler speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Adler treat?

    As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Adler 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. Adler. 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:

    • Iron Deficiency Anemia
    • Anemia
    • Anemia from Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Iron
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Anemia in Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Anemia from Iron Lack
    • Low Iron Anemia
    • Sideropenic Anemia
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency
    • Kidney Disease Anemia
    • Renal Anemia
    • Anemia of kidney failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
    • D649: Anemia, unspecified
    • D631: Anemia in chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • Estrogen Receptor Positive (ER+) Status
    • Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
    • Breast Cancer
    • ER Positive Breast Cancer
    • Hormone-Sensitive Breast Cancer
    • Estrogen-Driven Cancer
    • Right female breast cancer upper-outer
    • Upper-outer right female breast tumor
    • Malignant growth in upper-outer right female breast

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z170: Estrogen receptor positive status [ER+]
    • C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast

    Also known as:

    • Lung Cancer
    • Left Lung Cancer
    • Upper Lobe Lung Cancer
    • Bronchial Cancer
    • Right upper lobe lung cancer
    • Bronchial cancer
    • Malignant neoplasm of lung

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C3412: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, left bronchus or lung
    • C3411: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, right bronchus or lung

    Also known as:

    • Sickle Cell Disease (Stable)
    • Sickle Cell Disease with Crisis
    • Sickle Cell Disease
    • Sickle cell anemia without crisis
    • Chronic sickle cell disease
    • Stable sickle cell
    • Sickle Cell Anemia Crisis
    • Sickle Cell Pain Crisis
    • Vaso-Occlusive Crisis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D571: Sickle-cell disease without crisis
    • D5700: Hb-SS disease with crisis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Long-term Side Effects from Cancer or Immune-Suppressing Drugs
    • Drug Reactions
    • Lasting chemotherapy side effects
    • Chronic immunosuppressant reactions
    • Persistent adverse effects of cancer drugs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • T451X5S: Adverse effect of antineoplastic and immunosuppressive drugs, sequela

    Also known as:

    • Cancer Chemotherapy
    • Chemo treatment
    • Oncology chemotherapy
    • Cancer drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy

    Also known as:

    • Nausea
    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick to Stomach
    • Queasiness
    • Upset Stomach

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R110: Nausea

    Also known as:

    • Dehydration
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Lack of Fluids
    • Fluid Loss
    • Body Water Depletion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E860: Dehydration

    Also known as:

    • Secondary Bone Cancer
    • Bone Cancer
    • Metastatic bone cancer
    • Cancer spread to bone
    • Bone metastases

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C7951: Secondary malignant neoplasm of bone

    Also known as:

    • Selective IgG Subclass Deficiency
    • Immune System and Disorder
    • Immunoglobulin G Subclass Deficiency
    • IgG Subclass Deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D803: Selective deficiency of immunoglobulin G [IgG] subclasses

    Also known as:

    • Intestinal Malabsorption
    • Malabsorption Syndromes
    • Nutrient Malabsorption
    • Digestive Malabsorption
    • Malabsorption Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K909: Intestinal malabsorption, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Prostate Cancer
    • Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Prostatic Carcinoma
    • Prostate Gland Cancer
    • Malignant Prostate Tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate

    Also known as:

    • Endometrial Cancer
    • Uterine Cancer
    • Endometrial Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Malignant Endometrial Tumor
    • Endometrial Carcinoma
    • Cancer of the Endometrium

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C541: Malignant neoplasm of endometrium

    Also known as:

    • Colorectal Cancer
    • Appendix Cancer
    • Colon Cancer
    • Bowel Cancer
    • Colorectal Carcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C181: Malignant neoplasm of appendix

    Also known as:

    • Personal History of Breast Cancer
    • Breast Cancer
    • Past breast cancer
    • Previous mammary malignancy
    • History of breast tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z853: Personal history of malignant neoplasm of breast

    Which procedures does Dr. Adler perform as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?

    As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Brian Adler may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Adler's office.

    Does Dr. Adler accept my insurance?

    Dr. Adler accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 870-4783 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Adler 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

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • State of Alabama

    • UnitedHealthcare

    • Viva Health

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    Where is Dr. Adler's office located?

    Dr. Brian Adler's Primary Practice

    2022 Brookwood Med Center Dr Ste 628

    Birmingham, AL 35209

    (205) 870-4783

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

    Dr. Adler's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1588774624.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Adler?

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

    What is Dr. Brian Adler's specialty?

    Dr. Adler is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Birmingham, AL. An internist doctor of osteopathy specializing in the combined treatment of hematology and oncology disorders. A doctor of osteopathy who is board eligible or certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine was previously able to obtain a Certificate of Special Qualifications in Hematology and Oncology; however, this certificate is no longer available. Contact Dr. Adler to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Brian Adler affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Adler is affiliated with Brookwood Baptist Medical Center 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

    Where can I learn more about Hematology / Oncology Specialist?

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    Is Brian Adler accepting new patients in Birmingham, AL?

    Yes, Dr. Brian Adler is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Brian Adler offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Adler's office at (205) 870-4783 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Brian Adler?

    Please contact Dr. Adler's office at (205) 870-4783 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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