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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chris-Olaiya, Internist in Tuscaloosa, AL?
Dr. Abimbola Chris-Olaiya, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Tuscaloosa, AL. Dr. Chris-Olaiya is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chris-Olaiya’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chris-Olaiya’s office at (205) 750-5544.
What languages does Dr. Chris-Olaiya speak?
Dr. Chris-Olaiya and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Chris-Olaiya typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Chris-Olaiya 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. Chris-Olaiya. 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:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Shock
- Circulatory Collapse
- Systemic Shock
- Unspecified Shock
ICD-10 Codes:
- R579: Shock, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sudden Cardiac Arrest
- Heart stops beating
- Cardiopulmonary arrest
ICD-10 Codes:
- I469: Cardiac arrest, cause unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Ketoacidosis
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA)
- DKA in Type 2 Diabetes
- High Blood Sugar Emergency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1110: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with ketoacidosis without coma
Also known as:
- Brain disease (encephalopathy)
- Brain Disease
- Brain disorder
- Brain dysfunction
- Encephalopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- GI Bleeding
- Internal Digestive Bleeding
- Digestive Tract Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low Blood Pressure
- Hypotension
- Blood Pressure Drop
- Fainting Spells
ICD-10 Codes:
- I959: Hypotension, unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 1 Diabetes with Diabetic Ketoacidosis
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 1
- Type 1 diabetes
- Juvenile Diabetes with DKA
- Insulin-Dependent Diabetes with Diabetic Acidosis
- Type 1 Diabetes and Ketones
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1010: Type 1 diabetes mellitus with ketoacidosis without coma
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Chris-Olaiya typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Chris-Olaiya 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. Chris-Olaiya. 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:
- Central Venous Catheter Insertion (Non-Tunneled)
- Central Line Placement
- CVC Insertion
- Temporary Central Line
- IV Access Catheter
CPT Codes:
- 36556: Insertion of non-tunneled centrally inserted central venous catheter; age 5 years or older
Also known as:
- Emergency Breathing Tube Insertion
- Emergency intubation
- Endotracheal tube placement
- Airway management (emergency)
CPT Codes:
- 31500: Intubation, endotracheal, emergency procedure
Does Dr. Chris-Olaiya accept my insurance?
Dr. Chris-Olaiya accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 750-5544 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chris-Olaiya accept in Tuscaloosa, AL?
Dr. Chris-Olaiya in Tuscaloosa, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Chris-Olaiya's office located?
Dr. Abimbola Chris-Olaiya's Primary Practice
809 University Blvd E
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
(205) 750-5544
What is Dr. Chris-Olaiya's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chris-Olaiya's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1770937864.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chris-Olaiya?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chris-Olaiya
What is Dr. Abimbola Chris-Olaiya's specialty?
Dr. Chris-Olaiya is a Internist near Tuscaloosa, AL.
What does an Internist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Abimbola Chris-Olaiya affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chris-Olaiya is affiliated with Uab 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
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Is Abimbola Chris-Olaiya accepting new patients in Tuscaloosa, AL?
Yes, Dr. Abimbola Chris-Olaiya is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Abimbola Chris-Olaiya offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chris-Olaiya's office at (205) 750-5544 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Abimbola Chris-Olaiya?
Please contact Dr. Chris-Olaiya's office at (205) 750-5544 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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