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Dr. John Fischer, MD

Family Medicine Specialist

Ashland, AL

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Fischer, Family Medicine Specialist in Ashland, AL?

    Dr. John Fischer, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Ashland, AL. He is board certified. Dr. Fischer graduated from University of Alabama Birmingham. Dr. Fischer is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fischer’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fischer’s office at (256) 354-4142.

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

    • Medical School: University of Alabama Birmingham

    Is Dr. Fischer board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. John Fischer, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Fischer speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Fischer typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Fischer 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. Fischer. 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 Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

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

    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

    Also known as:

    • Lung Cancer
    • Right lower lobe lung cancer
    • Bronchial cancer
    • Malignant neoplasm of lung

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C3431: Malignant neoplasm of lower lobe, right bronchus or lung

    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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Blood Clot in Brain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I63412: Cerebral infarction due to embolism of left middle cerebral artery

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Fischer typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. John Fischer may include:

    Please contact Dr. Fischer's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Fischer accept my insurance?

    Dr. Fischer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (256) 354-4142 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Fischer accept in Ashland, AL?

    Dr. Fischer in Ashland, 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 Alabama

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Devoted Health

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Alabama

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Viva Health

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    Where is Dr. Fischer's office located?

    Dr. John Fischer's Primary Practice

    83745 Highway 9 Ste B

    Ashland, AL 36251

    (256) 354-4142

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    What hospitals are Dr. Fischer affiliated with?

    Dr. Fischer has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Clay County Hospital,Ashland, AL
    Childrens Of Alabama,Birmingham, AL
    Sylacauga Surgical Associates,Sylacauga, AL
    Russell Medical,Alexander City, AL

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

    Dr. Fischer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1497780761.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fischer?

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

    What is Dr. John Fischer's specialty?

    Dr. Fischer is a Family Medicine Specialist near Ashland, AL.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

    Is Dr. John Fischer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Fischer is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Clay County Hospital, Childrens Of Alabama, Sylacauga Surgical Associates, Russell Medical. 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

    When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family 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 Dr. John Fischer accepting new patients in Ashland, AL?

    Yes, Dr. John Fischer is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. John Fischer offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Fischer's office at (256) 354-4142 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. John Fischer?

    Please contact Dr. Fischer's office at (256) 354-4142 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Fischer's office located?

    Dr. Fischer's office is located in Ashland, AL.

    Which board certifications does Dr. John Fischer have?

    Dr. John Fischer is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.