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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Jackson, Hospitalist in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. William Jackson, DO is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Birmingham, AL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Jackson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Jackson’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Jackson’s office at (256) 737-2000.
What languages does Dr. Jackson speak?
Dr. Jackson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Jackson typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Jackson 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. Jackson. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Jackson typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. William Jackson may include:
Please contact Dr. Jackson's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Jackson accept my insurance?
Dr. Jackson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (256) 737-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Jackson accept in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Jackson 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
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
State of Alabama
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
Viva Health
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Where is Dr. Jackson's office located?
What is Dr. Jackson's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Jackson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740860725.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Jackson?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Jackson
What is Dr. William Jackson's specialty?
Dr. Jackson is a Hospitalist near Birmingham, AL.
What does a Hospitalist do?
Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.
Is this Dr. William Jackson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Jackson is affiliated with Grandview Medical Center - Birmingham, Al, Brookwood Baptist Medical Center, Uab Hospital 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 a Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is William Jackson accepting new patients in Birmingham, AL?
Yes, Dr. William Jackson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. William Jackson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Jackson's office at (256) 737-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with William Jackson?
Please contact Dr. Jackson's office at (256) 737-2000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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