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Dr. William Hicks, MD

Mobile, AL

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    Who is Dr. Hicks, Internist in Mobile, AL?

    Dr. William Hicks, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Mobile, AL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Hicks graduated from Emory University School Of Medicine and completed his residency at White Mem Med Ctr, General Surgery; White Mem Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Hicks is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hicks’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hicks’s office at (251) 435-1200.

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

    • Residency: White Mem Med Ctr, General Surgery; White Mem Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | University of Alabama Hospital Program

    • Medical School: Emory University School Of Medicine

    Is Dr. Hicks board certified as an Internist?

    Yes, Dr. William Hicks, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Hicks speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Hicks treat?

    As an Internist, Dr. Hicks 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. Hicks. 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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    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:

    • Frequent Urination
    • Urine and Urination
    • Urinary frequency
    • Peeing often
    • Frequent need to urinate

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R350: Frequency of micturition

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure Heart Failure and End-Stage Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
    • Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome with Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
    • I132: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and with stage 5 chronic kidney disease, or end stage renal disease

    Also known as:

    • Digestive System Surgery Aftercare
    • Circulatory System Surgery Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • Post-gastrointestinal surgery care
    • Stomach surgery aftercare
    • Bowel surgery recovery
    • Post-cardiac surgery care
    • Vascular surgery aftercare
    • Heart surgery recovery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z48815: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the digestive system
    • Z48812: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the circulatory system

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Kidney Problems
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • Screening for Other Viral Disease
    • Health Screening
    • Other Viral Infection Screening
    • Miscellaneous Virus Test
    • Non-COVID Viral Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1159: Encounter for screening for other viral diseases

    Also known as:

    • Pressure Sore
    • Pressure Sores
    • Bed Sore
    • Decubitus Ulcer
    • Pressure Ulcer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L89154: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 4

    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:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
    • Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • COPD Flare-Up
    • COPD
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation

    Which procedures does Dr. Hicks perform as an Internist?

    As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. William Hicks may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Hicks' office.

    Does Dr. Hicks accept my insurance?

    Dr. Hicks accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (251) 435-1200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Hicks in Mobile, 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

    • Benefit and Risk Management Services (BRMS)

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Other TPA

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

    • Viva Health

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    Where is Dr. Hicks' office located?

    Dr. William Hicks' Primary Practice

    1700 Spring Hill Ave Ste 100

    Mobile, AL 36604

    (251) 435-1200

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    Dr. William Hicks' Practice 2

    5 Mobile Infirmary Cir Ste G805

    Mobile, AL 36607

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    Dr. William Hicks' Practice 3

    831 Hillcrest Rd Ste C

    Mobile, AL 36695

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

    Dr. Hicks's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1235161092.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hicks?

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

    What is Dr. William Hicks's specialty?

    Dr. Hicks is a Internist near Mobile, AL.

    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.

    Contact Dr. Hicks to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. William Hicks affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Hicks is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Mobile Infirmary. 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

    Where can I learn more about Internist?

    Explore Internist with 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 William Hicks accepting new patients in Mobile, AL?

    Yes, Dr. William Hicks is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. William Hicks offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Hicks's office at (251) 435-1200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with William Hicks?

    Please contact Dr. Hicks's office at (251) 435-1200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. William Hicks have?

    Dr. William Hicks is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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