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Dr. Bruce Petitt, MD

Dr. Bruce Petitt, MD

Tuscaloosa, AL

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    Who is Dr. Petitt, Pediatrician in Tuscaloosa, AL?

    Dr. Bruce Petitt, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Tuscaloosa, AL. He is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Petitt completed his residency at Univ Of Al Hosp, Pediatrics. Dr. Petitt is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Petitt’s office at (205) 752-7337.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of Al Hosp, Pediatrics | University Of Al Hospital

    • Medical School: University of Tn, Memphis, Coll of Med, Memphis Tn

    Is Dr. Petitt board certified in Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Bruce Petitt, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Petitt speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Petitt treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Petitt 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. Petitt. 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:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • General Disorder Screening
    • Health Screening
    • General Health Check
    • Disease Screening
    • Medical Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder

    Also known as:

    • Healthy Weight Child (BMI 5th-85th percentile)
    • Body Weight
    • Normal BMI for child
    • Child healthy weight
    • Pediatric normal weight

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z6852: Body mass index [BMI] pediatric, 5th percentile to less than 85th percentile for age

    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:

    • Routine Eye and Vision Exam (Normal Findings)
    • Eye Disease
    • Vision Impairment and Blindness
    • Annual eye checkup
    • Vision screening, no issues
    • Eye health exam, all clear

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0100: Encounter for examination of eyes and vision without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R5081: Fever presenting with conditions classified elsewhere

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sensorineural Hearing Loss
    • Hearing Disorder and Deafness
    • Nonsyndromic hearing loss
    • Nerve Deafness
    • Inner Ear Hearing Loss
    • SNHL
    • Permanent Hearing Loss

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H903: Sensorineural hearing loss, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Eye and Ear Disorder Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Vision Screening
    • Hearing Screening
    • Eye and Ear Check-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z135: Encounter for screening for eye and ear disorders

    Which procedures does Dr. Petitt perform as a Pediatrician?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by a Dr. Bruce Petitt may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Petitt's office.

    Does Dr. Petitt accept my insurance?

    Dr. Petitt accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 752-7337 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Petitt accept in Tuscaloosa, AL?

    Dr. Petitt in Tuscaloosa, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

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    Where is Dr. Petitt's office located?

    Dr. Bruce Petitt's Primary Practice

    1060 Fairfax Park Ste C

    Tuscaloosa, AL 35406

    (205) 752-7337

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

    Dr. Petitt's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1811057003.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Petitt?

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

    What is Dr. Bruce Petitt's specialty?

    Dr. Petitt is a Pediatrician near Tuscaloosa, AL. A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development. Contact Dr. Petitt to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Bruce Petitt affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Petitt is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Pediatrician?

    Explore Pediatrician with 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 Bruce Petitt accepting new patients in Tuscaloosa, AL?

    Yes, Dr. Bruce Petitt is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Bruce Petitt offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Petitt's office at (205) 752-7337 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Bruce Petitt?

    Please contact Dr. Petitt's office at (205) 752-7337 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Bruce Petitt have?

    Dr. Bruce Petitt is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.

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