17 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Acuff, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Dothan, AL?
Dr. Colm Acuff, DO is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Dothan, AL. He has been practicing for over 17 years and is board certified. Dr. Acuff is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Acuff’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Acuff’s office at (334) 793-8087.
Where did Dr. Acuff go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Kansas City University of Medicine & Biosciences - College of Osteopathic Medicine
Is Dr. Acuff board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Colm Acuff, DO is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Acuff speak?
Dr. Acuff and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Acuff typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Acuff 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. Acuff. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
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
Also known as:
- Sudden Bladder Inflammation with Blood in Urine
- Bladder Disease
- Urine and Urination
- Acute Bladder Infection with Blood
- Cystitis with Hematuria
- Bloody Urine from Bladder Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N3001: Acute cystitis with hematuria
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Digestive Disease
- Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
- Non-Bacterial Colitis
- Gut Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Strain of Lower Back Muscles, Fascia, and Tendons
- Sprains and Strains
- Pulled lower back muscle
- Lumbar muscle strain
- Back tendon strain
- Lower back soft tissue strain
ICD-10 Codes:
- S39012A: Strain of muscle, fascia and tendon of lower back, initial encounter
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Acuff typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Colm Acuff may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Acuff's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Acuff accept my insurance?
Dr. Acuff accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (334) 793-8087 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Acuff accept in Dothan, AL?
Dr. Acuff in Dothan, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Allied Benefit Systems
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Acuff's office located?
What is Dr. Acuff's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Acuff's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1487605671.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Acuff?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Acuff
What is Dr. Colm Acuff's specialty?
Dr. Acuff is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Dothan, AL.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is this Dr. Colm Acuff affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Acuff is affiliated with Baptist Medical Center Jacksonville, Southeast Georgia Health System Brunswick Campus 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. 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 Colm Acuff accepting new patients in Dothan, AL?
Yes, Dr. Colm Acuff is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Colm Acuff offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Acuff's office at (334) 793-8087 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Colm Acuff?
Please contact Dr. Acuff's office at (334) 793-8087 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Colm Acuff have?
Dr. Colm Acuff is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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