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14 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Sterns, Family Medicine Specialist in Decatur, AL?
Dr. Albert Sterns, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Decatur, AL. He has been practicing for over 14 years. Dr. Sterns is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sterns’s office at (256) 341-2000.
What languages does Dr. Sterns speak?
Dr. Sterns and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Sterns typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Sterns 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. Sterns. 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:
- Strep Throat
- Sore Throat
- Streptococcal Infection
- Bacterial Sore Throat
- Pharyngitis
- Strep Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Other Administrative Medical Exams
- Miscellaneous administrative exams
- Various official health checks
- Other regulatory medical assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0289: Encounter for other administrative examinations
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:
- Procedure Not Performed Due to Patient Leaving
- Patient left before treatment
- Did not wait to be seen
- Treatment abandoned by patient
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5321: Procedure and treatment not carried out due to patient leaving prior to being seen by health care provider
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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Sterns typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Albert Sterns may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Sterns' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Sterns accept my insurance?
Please contact Dr. Sterns' office to confirm accepted insurance plans.
Where is Dr. Sterns' office located?
What is Dr. Sterns's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sterns's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1902960917.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sterns?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sterns
What is Dr. Albert Sterns's specialty?
Dr. Sterns is a Family Medicine Specialist near Decatur, AL.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Albert Sterns affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Sterns 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
When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Albert Sterns accepting new patients in Decatur, AL?
Yes, Dr. Albert Sterns is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Albert Sterns offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sterns's office at (256) 341-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Albert Sterns?
Please contact Dr. Sterns's office at (256) 341-2000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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