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Dr. Derek Samuels, MD

Mobile, AL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Samuels, Vascular & Interventional Radiologist in Mobile, AL?

    Dr. Derek Samuels, MD is a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, who primarily practices in Mobile, AL with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Samuels is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Samuels’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Samuels’s office at (251) 470-5890.

    What languages does Dr. Samuels speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist like Dr. Samuels typically treat?

    As a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, Dr. Samuels 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. Samuels. 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:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified
    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Carotid Artery Disease
    • Carotid Stenosis
    • Blocked Carotid Artery
    • Neck Artery Disease
    • Carotid Artery Narrowing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I6523: Occlusion and stenosis of bilateral carotid arteries

    Also known as:

    • Joint Replacement Aftercare
    • Hip Replacement
    • Joint Disorder
    • Knee Replacement
    • Post-joint replacement care
    • Joint surgery recovery
    • Orthopedic aftercare

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z471: Aftercare following joint replacement surgery

    Also known as:

    • Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
    • Unusual Lung Scan Results
    • Atypical Lung Imaging
    • Nonspecific Lung Abnormality

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field

    Also known as:

    • Localized Swelling
    • Edema
    • Localized Edema
    • Fluid Retention
    • Swelling in one area

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R600: Localized edema

    Also known as:

    • Changes in Mental State
    • Mental Disorder
    • Confusion
    • Disorientation
    • Changes in awareness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified

    What procedures does a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist like Dr. Samuels typically perform?

    As a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, Dr. Samuels performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Samuels. 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:

    • Ultrasound-Guided Fine Needle Biopsy
    • Biopsy
    • Ultrasound
    • FNA Biopsy with Ultrasound
    • Image-Guided Biopsy
    • Fine Needle Aspiration
    • First Lesion Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 10005: Fine needle aspiration biopsy, including ultrasound guidance; first lesion

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Fluid Drainage with Imaging Guidance
    • Guided Abdominal Paracentesis
    • Ascites Drainage with Ultrasound
    • Fluid Removal from Belly

    CPT Codes:

    • 49083: Abdominal paracentesis (diagnostic or therapeutic); with imaging guidance

    Does Dr. Samuels accept my insurance?

    Dr. Samuels accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (251) 470-5890 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Samuels accept in Mobile, AL?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Dakota

    • Cigna Group

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Lifetime Healthcare

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

    • Point32Health

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Samuels' office located?

    Mastin 102

    2451 University Hospital Dr

    Mobile, AL 36617

    (251) 470-5890

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    Dr. Derek Samuels' Practice 2

    2451 Fillingim St Mastin 102

    Mobile, AL 36617

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

    Dr. Samuels's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1558523910.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Samuels?

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

    What is Dr. Derek Samuels's specialty?

    Dr. Samuels is a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist near Mobile, AL.

    What does a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist do?

    A vascular and interventional radiologist is responsible to diagnose and treat diseases using various imaging modalities, including fluoroscopy, digital radiography, computed tomography, sonography, and magnetic resonance imaging.

    Is this Dr. Derek Samuels affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Samuels is affiliated with Morton Plant Hospital 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

    When to see a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Derek Samuels accepting new patients in Mobile, AL?

    Yes, Dr. Derek Samuels is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Derek Samuels offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Samuels's office at (251) 470-5890 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Derek Samuels?

    Please contact Dr. Samuels's office at (251) 470-5890 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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