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Dr. Michael Hurst, MD
Birmingham, AL
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hurst, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Michael Hurst, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Birmingham, AL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Hurst is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hurst’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hurst’s office at (205) 934-4011.
What languages does Dr. Hurst speak?
Dr. Hurst and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Hurst typically treat?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Hurst 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. Hurst. 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:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, 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:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Coronary Artery Disease with Angina
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
- Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Angina
- Chest Pain from Heart Disease
- Angina Pectoris
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
- I25119: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with unspecified angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Severe Malnutrition
- Protein-Calorie Malnutrition
- Malnutrition
- Severe Protein-Energy Malnutrition
- Starvation
- Kwashiorkor
- Marasmus
- Protein-energy malnutrition
- General malnutrition
ICD-10 Codes:
- E43: Unspecified severe protein-calorie malnutrition
- E46: Unspecified protein-calorie malnutrition
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Worsening Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
- Acute Decompensated HFrEF
- Sudden Worsening Heart Failure
- Acute on Chronic Pumping Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
- I5023: Acute on chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
What procedures does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Hurst typically perform?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Michael Hurst may include:
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Consultation
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Follow Up
- Palliative Care
- Palliative Chemotherapy
- Pediatric Palliative Care
Please contact Dr. Hurst's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Hurst accept my insurance?
Dr. Hurst accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 934-4011 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hurst accept in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Hurst in Birmingham, 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 Alabama
Cigna Group
Medicare
State of Alabama
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Hurst's office located?
What is Dr. Hurst's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hurst's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1235429481.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hurst?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hurst
What is Dr. Michael Hurst's specialty?
Dr. Hurst is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist near Birmingham, AL.
What does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist do?
A family medicine physician with specialized knowledge and skills is responsible to prevent and alleviate the suffering of patients suffering from life-limiting illnesses. They collaborate with interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team in order to enhance quality of life. They also address physical, psychological, social, and spiritual needs of both patients and their families throughout the disease journey, the dying process, and beyond. This expert is proficient in assessing patients with advanced illnesses, alleviating distressing symptoms, coordinating patient- and family-centered care across various settings, utilizing specialized care systems such as hospice, managing patients who are nearing the end of life, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care.
Is this Dr. Michael Hurst affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hurst is affiliated with Uab 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
When to see a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Michael Hurst accepting new patients in Birmingham, AL?
Yes, Dr. Michael Hurst is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Hurst offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hurst's office at (205) 934-4011 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Hurst?
Please contact Dr. Hurst's office at (205) 934-4011 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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