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23 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Harrison, Internist in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. R. Preston Harrison is an Internist, who primarily practices in Birmingham, AL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified. Dr. Harrison is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Harrison’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Harrison’s office at (205) 599-3860.
Is Dr. Harrison board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. R. Preston Harrison is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Harrison speak?
Dr. Harrison and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Harrison typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Harrison 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. Harrison. 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:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
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 Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
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
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Harrison typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. R. Preston Harrison 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. Harrison's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Harrison accept my insurance?
Dr. Harrison accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 599-3860 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Harrison accept in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Harrison 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 Blue Shield of Alabama
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
Other TPA
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Harrison's office located?
Dr. R. Preston Harrison's Primary Practice
619 19th St S
Birmingham, AL 35249
(205) 599-3860
What is Dr. Harrison's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Harrison's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1467564195.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Harrison?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Harrison
What is Dr. R. Preston Harrison's specialty?
Dr. Harrison 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. R. Preston Harrison affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Harrison is affiliated with Uab Hospital, Piedmont Athens Regional 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 R. Preston Harrison accepting new patients in Birmingham, AL?
Yes, Dr. R. Preston Harrison is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. R. Preston Harrison offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Harrison's office at (205) 599-3860 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with R. Preston Harrison?
Please contact Dr. Harrison's office at (205) 599-3860 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. R. Preston Harrison have?
Dr. R. Preston Harrison is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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