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Dr. David Hinton, MD

Tuscaloosa, AL

36 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Hinton, Medical Oncologist in Tuscaloosa, AL?

    Dr. David Hinton, MD is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Tuscaloosa, AL. He has been practicing for over 36 years and is board certified. Dr. Hinton graduated from University of Alabama School of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Of Al Hosp, Hematology-Internal Medicine; Univ Of Al Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Hinton is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hinton’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hinton’s office at (205) 759-7800.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of Al Hosp, Hematology-Internal Medicine; Univ Of Al Hosp, Internal Medicine | University of Alabama Hospital Program

    • Medical School: University of Alabama School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Hinton board certified as a Medical Oncologist?

    Yes, Dr. David Hinton, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Hinton speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Hinton treat?

    As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Hinton 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. Hinton. 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:

    • Iron Deficiency Anemia
    • Anemia
    • Iron
    • Anemia from Iron Lack
    • Low Iron Anemia
    • Sideropenic Anemia
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
    • D649: Anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cancer Follow-up Exam
    • Cancer
    • Post-cancer treatment checkup
    • Malignancy surveillance
    • Oncology follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z08: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for malignant neoplasm

    Also known as:

    • Cancer Chemotherapy
    • Chemo treatment
    • Oncology chemotherapy
    • Cancer drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • CKD Stage 4
    • Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 3
    • Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
    • N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Monoclonal Gammopathy
    • Blood Disorder
    • Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ)
    • MGUS
    • Plasma Cell Disorder
    • Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D472: Monoclonal gammopathy

    Also known as:

    • Non-Hereditary Low Immunoglobulin Levels
    • Immune System and Disorder
    • Acquired Antibody Deficiency
    • Non-Genetic Immune Deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D801: Nonfamilial hypogammaglobulinemia

    Also known as:

    • Prostate Cancer
    • Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Prostatic Carcinoma
    • Prostate Gland Cancer
    • Malignant Prostate Tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate

    Also known as:

    • Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor (Other Sites)
    • Gastrointestinal stromal tumor
    • GIST in other areas
    • GI stromal tumor
    • Abdominal tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C49A9: Gastrointestinal stromal tumor of other sites

    What procedures does Dr. Hinton perform?

    As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Hinton 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. Hinton. 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:

    • Blood Transfusion
    • Blood Transfusion and Donation
    • Blood product transfusion
    • Red blood cell transfusion
    • Plasma transfusion

    CPT Codes:

    • 36430: Transfusion, blood or blood components

    Does Dr. Hinton accept my insurance?

    Dr. Hinton accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 759-7800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Hinton in Tuscaloosa, 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 Michigan

    • Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

    • Sunrise Senior Living

    • UnitedHealthcare

    • Viva Health

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    Where is Dr. Hinton's office located?

    Dr. David Hinton's Primary Practice

    809 University Blvd E

    Tuscaloosa, AL 35401

    (205) 759-7800

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

    Dr. Hinton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1215955786.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hinton?

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

    What is Dr. David Hinton's specialty?

    Dr. Hinton is a Medical Oncologist near Tuscaloosa, AL. An internist specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of various cancers and both benign and malignant tumors. This specialist determines and administers therapy for malignancies and collaborates with surgeons and radiation oncologists on additional cancer treatment options. Contact Dr. Hinton to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. David Hinton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Hinton is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Dch Regional Medical Center. 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 Medical Oncologist?

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    Is David Hinton accepting new patients in Tuscaloosa, AL?

    Yes, Dr. David Hinton is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. David Hinton offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Hinton's office at (205) 759-7800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with David Hinton?

    Please contact Dr. Hinton's office at (205) 759-7800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. David Hinton have?

    Dr. David Hinton is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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