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Who is Dr. Atcheson, Anesthesiologist in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Carrie Atcheson, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Birmingham, AL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Atcheson graduated from Physician Assistant Studies, Barry University, FL and completed her residency at University of Rochester/Highland Hospital of Rochester Program. Dr. Atcheson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Atcheson’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Atcheson’s office at (205) 297-9411.
Where did Dr. Atcheson go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University of Rochester/Highland Hospital of Rochester Program
Medical School: Physician Assistant Studies, Barry University, FL
What languages does Dr. Atcheson speak?
Dr. Atcheson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Atcheson typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Atcheson 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. Atcheson. 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:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
- Cervical Radiculopathy
- Neck Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
- H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
Also known as:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spondylosis
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Acute pain after medical procedure
- Pain
- Acute post-operative pain
- Pain after surgery
- Post-procedural pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal Polyps
- Intestinal Polyps
- Bowel Polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z86010: Personal history of colon polyps
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Atcheson typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Atcheson 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. Atcheson. 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:
- Peripheral Nerve Block
- Nerve injection
- Pain relief injection
- Steroid injection for nerve pain
CPT Codes:
- 64450: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; other peripheral nerve or branch
Also known as:
- Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
- Shoulder Nerve Injection
- Arm Pain Injection
- Imaging-Guided Nerve Block
CPT Codes:
- 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed
Also known as:
- Sciatic Nerve Pain Injection
- Sciatic Nerve Block
- Sciatica Injection
- Steroid Injection for Sciatica
- Pain Relief for Sciatic Nerve
CPT Codes:
- 64445: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; sciatic nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
Does Dr. Atcheson accept my insurance?
Dr. Atcheson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 297-9411 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Atcheson accept in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Atcheson in Birmingham, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
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Where is Dr. Atcheson's office located?
What is Dr. Atcheson's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Atcheson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1134359151.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Atcheson?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Atcheson
What is Dr. Carrie Atcheson's specialty?
Dr. Atcheson is a Anesthesiologist near Birmingham, AL.
What does an Anesthesiologist do?
A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.
Is this Dr. Carrie Atcheson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Atcheson 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
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Is Carrie Atcheson accepting new patients in Birmingham, AL?
Yes, Dr. Carrie Atcheson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Carrie Atcheson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Atcheson's office at (205) 297-9411 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Carrie Atcheson?
Please contact Dr. Atcheson's office at (205) 297-9411 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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