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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Uy, Family Medicine Specialist in Gadsden, AL?
Dr. Karl Peter Uy, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Gadsden, AL. Dr. Uy is fluent in English and Tagalog, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Uy’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Uy’s office at (256) 438-5008.
What languages does Dr. Uy speak?
Dr. Uy and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Tagalog
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Uy typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Uy 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. Uy. 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:
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative Joint Disease
- Wear-and-Tear Arthritis
- Joint Degeneration
- Primary Arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1990: Unspecified osteoarthritis, unspecified site
- M1991: Primary osteoarthritis, unspecified site
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:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Generalized Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Overall Body Weakness
- Widespread Muscle Weakness
- Systemic Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Uy typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Karl Peter Uy may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Uy's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Uy accept my insurance?
Dr. Uy accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (256) 438-5008 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Uy accept in Gadsden, AL?
Dr. Uy in Gadsden, 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
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Keenan & Associates
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
Viva Health
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Where is Dr. Uy's office located?
What is Dr. Uy's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Uy's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1205064219.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Uy?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Uy
What is Dr. Karl Peter Uy's specialty?
Dr. Uy is a Family Medicine Specialist near Gadsden, 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 this Dr. Karl Peter Uy affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Uy 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
When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Karl Peter Uy accepting new patients in Gadsden, AL?
Yes, Dr. Karl Peter Uy is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Karl Peter Uy offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Uy's office at (256) 438-5008 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Karl Peter Uy?
Please contact Dr. Uy's office at (256) 438-5008 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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