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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sexson, Hospitalist in Mobile, AL?
Dr. James Sexson, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Mobile, AL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Sexson graduated from University of Alabama School of Medicine and completed his residency at Carraway Methodist Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Sexson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sexson’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sexson’s office at (912) 383-7826.
Where did Dr. Sexson go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Carraway Methodist Med Ctr, Internal Medicine
Medical School: University of Alabama School of Medicine
Is Dr. Sexson board certified in Hospitalist?
Yes, Dr. James Sexson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Sexson speak?
Dr. Sexson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Sexson treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Sexson 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. Sexson. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Age-Related Brain Degeneration
- Dementia
- Senile Dementia
- Brain Degeneration in Elderly
ICD-10 Codes:
- G311: Senile degeneration of brain, not elsewhere classified
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:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Alzheimer's Disease
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- AD', 'Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Which procedures does Dr. Sexson perform as a Hospitalist?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by a Dr. James Sexson may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Sexson's office.
Does Dr. Sexson accept my insurance?
Dr. Sexson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (912) 383-7826 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sexson accept in Mobile, AL?
Dr. Sexson in Mobile, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CareSource
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
State of Georgia
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Sexson's office located?
Dr. James Sexson's Primary Practice
75 S University Blvd Unit 6000
Mobile, AL 36608
(912) 383-7826
What is Dr. Sexson's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sexson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1366502155.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sexson?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sexson
What is Dr. James Sexson's specialty?
Dr. Sexson is a Hospitalist near Mobile, AL. Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays. Contact Dr. Sexson to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. James Sexson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sexson is affiliated with Wayne Memorial Hospital - Jesup, Ga 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
Where can I learn more about Hospitalist?
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Is James Sexson accepting new patients in Mobile, AL?
Yes, Dr. James Sexson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Sexson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sexson's office at (912) 383-7826 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Sexson?
Please contact Dr. Sexson's office at (912) 383-7826 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. James Sexson have?
Dr. James Sexson is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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