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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ahuja, Internist in Jasper, AL?
Dr. Kamal Ahuja, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Jasper, AL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Ahuja graduated from Butler University in Indianapolis. Dr. Ahuja is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ahuja’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ahuja’s office at (205) 387-4000.
Where did Dr. Ahuja go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Butler University in Indianapolis
What languages does Dr. Ahuja speak?
Dr. Ahuja and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Ahuja typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Ahuja 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. Ahuja. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Ahuja typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Kamal Ahuja may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Ahuja's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ahuja accept my insurance?
Dr. Ahuja accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 387-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ahuja accept in Jasper, AL?
Dr. Ahuja in Jasper, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
State of Alabama
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
Viva Health
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Where is Dr. Ahuja's office located?
What is Dr. Ahuja's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ahuja's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1356592562.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ahuja?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ahuja
What is Dr. Kamal Ahuja's specialty?
Dr. Ahuja is a Internist near Jasper, AL.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Kamal Ahuja affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ahuja is affiliated with Brookwood Baptist Medical Center, Uab Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Kamal Ahuja accepting new patients in Jasper, AL?
Yes, Dr. Kamal Ahuja is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kamal Ahuja offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ahuja's office at (205) 387-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kamal Ahuja?
Please contact Dr. Ahuja's office at (205) 387-4000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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