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Dr. Kevin Tyler, MD

Trauma Surgeon, Critical Care Surgeon

Huntsville, AL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Tyler, Trauma Surgeon in Huntsville, AL?

    Dr. Kevin Tyler, MD is a Trauma Surgeon, who primarily practices in Huntsville, AL. Dr. Tyler is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tyler’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tyler’s office at (256) 265-2895.

    What languages does Dr. Tyler speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Trauma Surgeon like Dr. Tyler typically treat?

    As a Trauma Surgeon, Dr. Tyler 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. Tyler. 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:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure
    • Acute breathing failure
    • Rapid onset respiratory failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia

    Also known as:

    • Multiple Broken Ribs
    • Chest Injuries and Disorder
    • Fractures
    • Multiple Rib Fractures
    • Rib Cage Fracture
    • Broken Ribs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S2242XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, left side, initial encounter for closed fracture
    • S2241XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, right side, initial encounter for closed fracture
    • S2243XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, bilateral, initial encounter for closed fracture

    Also known as:

    • Traumatic Collapsed Lung
    • Pleural Disorder
    • Traumatic Air in Chest
    • Traumatic Pneumothorax
    • Injured Collapsed Lung

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S270XXA: Traumatic pneumothorax, initial encounter

    What procedures does a Trauma Surgeon like Dr. Tyler typically perform?

    As a Trauma Surgeon, Dr. Tyler 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. Tyler. 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:

    • Planned Tracheostomy
    • Tracheotomy
    • Surgical Airway Creation
    • Breathing Tube Placement (Surgical)
    • Neck Airway Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 31600: Tracheostomy, planned (separate procedure);

    Does Dr. Tyler accept my insurance?

    Dr. Tyler accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (256) 265-2895 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Tyler accept in Huntsville, AL?

    Dr. Tyler in Huntsville, 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

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Tyler's office located?

    Dr. Kevin Tyler's Primary Practice

    201 Sivley Rd SW Ste 400

    Huntsville, AL 35801

    (256) 265-2895

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

    Dr. Tyler's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1174937528.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tyler?

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

    What is Dr. Kevin Tyler's specialty?

    Dr. Tyler is a Trauma Surgeon near Huntsville, AL.

    What does a Trauma Surgeon do?

    Trauma surgery is a recognized subspecialty within general surgery. These surgeons undergo a five-year general surgery residency and often pursue an optional one- to two-year fellowship in trauma or surgical critical care. This typically leads to board certification in surgical critical care, as there is currently no separate certification for trauma surgery. To obtain certification in surgical critical care, physicians must complete a fellowship in surgical or anesthesiology critical care, either during or after their general surgery residency.

    Is Dr. Kevin Tyler affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Tyler is affiliated with Huntsville Hospital 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

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    Is Dr. Kevin Tyler accepting new patients in Huntsville, AL?

    Yes, Dr. Kevin Tyler is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kevin Tyler offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Tyler's office at (256) 265-2895 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Kevin Tyler?

    Please contact Dr. Tyler's office at (256) 265-2895 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Tyler's office located?

    Dr. Tyler's office is located in Huntsville, AL.