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Dr. Jason Ham, MD

Family Medicine Specialist

Fort Payne, AL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ham, Family Medicine Specialist in Fort Payne, AL?

    Dr. Jason Ham, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Fort Payne, AL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Ham graduated from UNIVERSITY OF AL SCH OF MEDICINE. Dr. Ham is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ham’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ham’s office at (256) 844-2911.

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

    • Medical School: UNIVERSITY OF AL SCH OF MEDICINE

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

    Yes, Dr. Jason Ham, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Ham speak?

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

    • English

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

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Ham 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. Ham. 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:

    • COPD
    • COPD Flare-Up
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Sinusitis
    • Sinus Infection
    • Rhinosinusitis
    • Acute Sinus Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J0190: Acute sinusitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    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

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

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Jason Ham may include:

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

    Does Dr. Ham accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ham accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (256) 844-2911 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ham accept in Fort Payne, AL?

    Dr. Ham in Fort Payne, 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

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Devoted Health

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Ham's office located?

    Dr. Jason Ham's Primary Practice

    1357 Old Water Works Rd SW

    Fort Payne, AL 35968

    (256) 844-2911

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    Dr. Jason Ham's Practice 2

    321 Medical Center Dr SW

    Fort Payne, AL 35968

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    Dr. Jason Ham's Practice 3

    415 Medical Center Dr SW

    Pine Ridge, AL 35968

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    What hospitals are Dr. Ham affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Ham has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Highlands Medical Center,Scottsboro, AL
    Atrium Health Floyd Cherokee Medical Center,Centre, AL

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

    Dr. Ham's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1245560796.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ham?

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

    What is Dr. Jason Ham's specialty?

    Dr. Ham is a Family Medicine Specialist near Fort Payne, 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. Jason Ham affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ham is affiliated with Dekalb Regional Medical Center 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

    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. Jason Ham accepting new patients in Fort Payne, AL?

    Yes, Dr. Jason Ham is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Jason Ham offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ham's office at (256) 844-2911 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Jason Ham?

    Please contact Dr. Ham's office at (256) 844-2911 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Ham's office located?

    Dr. Ham's offices are located in Fort Payne, AL and Pine Ridge, AL.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Jason Ham have?

    Dr. Jason Ham is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.