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Who is Dr. Brewer, Family Medicine Specialist in Gardendale, AL?
Dr. Joseph Brewer, DO is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Gardendale, AL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Brewer is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Brewer’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Brewer’s office at (205) 418-1200.
What languages does Dr. Brewer speak?
Dr. Brewer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Brewer typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Brewer 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. Brewer. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Other Specific B Vitamin Deficiency
- B Vitamins
- Malnutrition
- Specific B Vitamin Shortage
- Less Common B Vitamin Deficiency
- Rare B Vitamin Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E538: Deficiency of other specified B group vitamins
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Brewer typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Joseph Brewer may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Brewer's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Brewer accept my insurance?
Dr. Brewer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 418-1200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Brewer accept in Gardendale, AL?
Dr. Brewer in Gardendale, 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 and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
Viva Health
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Where is Dr. Brewer's office located?
Dr. Joseph Brewer's Primary Practice
2217 Decatur Hwy Ste 101
Gardendale, AL 35071
(205) 418-1200
What is Dr. Brewer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Brewer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1497167118.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Brewer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Brewer
What is Dr. Joseph Brewer's specialty?
Dr. Brewer is a Family Medicine Specialist near Gardendale, 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. Joseph Brewer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Brewer is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Walker Baptist Medical Center, Dch Regional Medical Center. 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
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Joseph Brewer accepting new patients in Gardendale, AL?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Brewer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joseph Brewer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Brewer's office at (205) 418-1200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joseph Brewer?
Please contact Dr. Brewer's office at (205) 418-1200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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