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Dr. Adam Harris, MD

Surgeon

Birmingham, AL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Harris, Surgeon in Birmingham, AL?

    Dr. Adam Harris, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Birmingham, AL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Harris is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Harris’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Harris’s office at (205) 995-9700.

    What languages does Dr. Harris speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Harris typically treat?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Harris 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. Harris. 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:

    • Partial Intestinal Obstruction
    • Intestinal Obstruction
    • Partial Bowel Blockage
    • Incomplete Intestinal Obstruction
    • Bowel Obstruction
    • Blocked Intestines
    • Gut Blockage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K56600: Partial intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to cause
    • K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Gallbladder Disease
    • Sudden Gallbladder Attack
    • Acute Cholecystitis
    • Sudden Gallbladder Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K810: Acute cholecystitis

    Also known as:

    • Acute Appendicitis
    • Appendicitis
    • Inflamed Appendix
    • Sudden Appendix Inflammation
    • Appendicitis Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis

    What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Harris typically perform?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Harris 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. Harris. 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:

    • Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
    • Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal with X-ray
    • Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
    • Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
    • Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery
    • Cholecystectomy with Cholangiography
    • Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy
    • 47563: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy with cholangiography

    Also known as:

    • Small Intestine Resection
    • Enterectomy
    • Bowel resection
    • Small bowel removal
    • Intestinal surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 44120: Enterectomy, resection of small intestine; single resection and anastomosis

    Also known as:

    • Laparoscopic Appendectomy
    • Minimally Invasive Appendectomy
    • Keyhole Appendectomy
    • Scope Appendectomy

    CPT Codes:

    • 44970: Laparoscopy, surgical, appendectomy

    Also known as:

    • Wound Debridement
    • Surgical Wound Cleaning
    • Tissue Removal from Wound
    • Dead Tissue Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less

    Also known as:

    • Abscess Incision and Drainage
    • Abscess
    • I&D of Abscess
    • Lancing an Abscess
    • Draining a Boil
    • Cyst Drainage

    CPT Codes:

    • 10061: Incision and drainage of abscess (eg, carbuncle, suppurative hidradenitis, cutaneous or subcutaneous abscess, cyst, furuncle, or paronychia); complicated or multiple

    Also known as:

    • Tunneled Central Venous Catheter Removal
    • Central Line Explant
    • Port-a-Cath Removal
    • Implantable Venous Access Device Removal
    • Tunneled Catheter Extraction

    CPT Codes:

    • 36590: Removal of tunneled central venous access device, with subcutaneous port or pump, central or peripheral insertion

    Also known as:

    • Inserting a Long-Term IV Port (Central Line)
    • Tunneled central venous catheter insertion
    • Subcutaneous port placement
    • Central line with port

    CPT Codes:

    • 36561: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous access device, with subcutaneous port; age 5 years or older

    Does Dr. Harris accept my insurance?

    Dr. Harris accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 995-9700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Harris accept in Birmingham, AL?

    Dr. Harris in Birmingham, 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

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Alabama

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Viva Health

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    Where is Dr. Harris' office located?

    Dr. Adam Harris' Primary Practice

    4600 Highway 280

    Birmingham, AL 35242

    (205) 995-9700

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    Dr. Adam Harris' Practice 2

    3690 Grandview Pkwy

    Vestavia, AL 35243

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    Dr. Adam Harris' Practice 3

    810 Saint Vincents Dr

    Birmingham, AL 35205

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

    Dr. Harris's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1811136468.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Harris?

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

    What is Dr. Adam Harris's specialty?

    Dr. Harris is a Surgeon near Birmingham, AL.

    What does a Surgeon do?

    General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery.

    Is Dr. Adam Harris affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Harris is affiliated with Ascension St. Vincent’s Birmingham, Grandview Medical Center - Birmingham, Al, Uab Hospital, Brookwood Baptist Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Dr. Adam Harris accepting new patients in Birmingham, AL?

    Yes, Dr. Adam Harris is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Adam Harris offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Harris' office at (205) 995-9700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Adam Harris?

    Please contact Dr. Harris' office at (205) 995-9700 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Harris' office located?

    Dr. Harris' offices are located in Birmingham, AL and Vestavia, AL.