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Who is Dr. Shirley, Pediatric Otolaryngologist in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. William Shirley, MD is a Pediatric Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Birmingham, AL with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Shirley graduated from Baylor College of Medicine and completed his residency at University of Alabama at Birmingham. Dr. Shirley is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shirley’s practice accepts Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shirley’s office at (205) 374-9436.
Where did Dr. Shirley go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University of Alabama at Birmingham
Medical School: Baylor College of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Shirley speak?
Dr. Shirley and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Shirley treat?
As a Pediatric Otolaryngologist, Dr. Shirley 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. Shirley. 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:
- Ear Infection
- Chronic Ear Infection in Both Ears
- Chronic Left Ear Infection
- Otitis Media
- Middle Ear Infection
- Ear Inflammation
- Bilateral Chronic Middle Ear Infection
- Bilateral Chronic Otitis Media
- Long-term Ear Infection
- Chronic Left Middle Ear Infection
- Chronic Left Otitis Media
- Long-term Left Ear Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6533: Chronic mucoid otitis media, bilateral
- H65493: Other chronic nonsuppurative otitis media, bilateral
- H6690: Otitis media, unspecified, unspecified ear
- H66003: Acute suppurative otitis media without spontaneous rupture of ear drum, bilateral
- H6532: Chronic mucoid otitis media, left ear
- H6531: Chronic mucoid otitis media, right ear
Also known as:
- Eustachian Tube Disorder
- Ear Disorder
- Eustachian Tube Problem
- Eustachian Tube Dysfunction
- Bilateral Eustachian Tube Disorder
- Left Ear Eustachian Tube Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6993: Unspecified Eustachian tube disorder, bilateral
- H6982: Other specified disorders of Eustachian tube, left ear
Also known as:
- Eustachian Tube Disorder
- Other Eustachian Tube Problems
- Ear Disorder
- Eustachian Tube Problem
- Ear Tube Issue
- Eustachian Tube Disorders
- Ear Tube Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6990: Unspecified Eustachian tube disorder, unspecified ear
- H6981: Other specified disorders of Eustachian tube, right ear
- H6983: Other specified disorders of Eustachian tube, bilateral
Also known as:
- Chronic Tonsillitis
- Tonsillitis
- Persistent tonsil infection
- Long-term tonsil inflammation
- Recurrent tonsillitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J3501: Chronic tonsillitis
Also known as:
- Enlarged Tonsils and Adenoids
- Adenoids
- Tonsil and adenoid hypertrophy
- Swollen tonsils and adenoids
- Big tonsils and adenoids
ICD-10 Codes:
- J353: Hypertrophy of tonsils with hypertrophy of adenoids
Also known as:
- Enlarged Adenoids
- Adenoids
- Adenoid hypertrophy
- Swollen adenoids
- Big adenoids
ICD-10 Codes:
- J352: Hypertrophy of adenoids
Also known as:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
Also known as:
- Enlarged Nasal Turbinates
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Turbinate hypertrophy
- Swollen turbinates
- Congested turbinates
ICD-10 Codes:
- J343: Hypertrophy of nasal turbinates
Also known as:
- Middle Ear Infection
- Ear Infection
- Otitis media
- Ear infection
- Non-pus forming ear infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- H65193: Other acute nonsuppurative otitis media, bilateral
Also known as:
- Other Complication of Internal Medical Device
- Internal Implant Problem
- Prosthetic Device Issue
- Device Complication
ICD-10 Codes:
- T85898A: Other specified complication of other internal prosthetic devices, implants and grafts, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Perforated Eardrum in Left Ear
- Ear Disorder
- Ruptured Eardrum Left Ear
- Hole in Left Eardrum
- Tympanic Membrane Perforation Left Ear
ICD-10 Codes:
- H7202: Central perforation of tympanic membrane, left ear
Which procedures does Dr. Shirley perform as a Pediatric Otolaryngologist?
As a Pediatric Otolaryngologist, procedures performed by a Dr. William Shirley may include:
- Adenoidectomy Consultation
- Adenoidectomy Follow Up
- Allergy Consultation
- Balloon Sinuplasty (BSP)
- Cancer Screening
- Cochlear Implant
- Ear Deformity and Reconstruction
- Ear Surgery Consultation
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Shirley's office.
Does Dr. Shirley accept my insurance?
Dr. Shirley accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 374-9436 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shirley accept in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Shirley in Birmingham, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama
Carefirst BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Other Provider Networks
Public Education Employee Health Plan
State of Alabama
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Shirley's office located?
Dr. William Shirley's Primary Practice
5406 Highway 280 Ste A101
Birmingham, AL 35242
(205) 374-9436
What is Dr. Shirley's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shirley's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1568556280.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shirley?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shirley
What is Dr. William Shirley's specialty?
Dr. Shirley is a Pediatric Otolaryngologist near Birmingham, AL. A pediatric otolaryngologist specializes in managing infants and children with congenital and acquired conditions of the aerodigestive tract, nose, sinuses, ears, and other head and neck areas. They have expertise in diagnosing and treating childhood disorders related to voice, speech, language, and hearing. Contact Dr. Shirley to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. William Shirley affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Shirley is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Childrens Of Alabama. 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 Pediatric Otolaryngologist?
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Is William Shirley accepting new patients in Birmingham, AL?
Yes, Dr. William Shirley is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. William Shirley offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shirley's office at (205) 374-9436 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with William Shirley?
Please contact Dr. Shirley's office at (205) 374-9436 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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