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Dr. Benjamin Fail, MD

Huntsville, AL

43 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Fail, Family Medicine Specialist in Huntsville, AL?

    Dr. Benjamin Fail, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Huntsville, AL. He has been practicing for over 43 years and is board certified. Dr. Fail graduated from New Jersey College of Dentistry and completed his residency at Huntsville Hosp, Family Medicine. Dr. Fail is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fail’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fail’s office at (256) 536-8513.

    Where did Dr. Fail go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Huntsville Hosp, Family Medicine | Huntsville Hospital | University of Alabama Medical Center (Huntsville) Program

    • Medical School: University of Wi Med Sch, Madison Wi | New Jersey College of Dentistry

    What languages does Dr. Fail speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Fail treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Fail 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. Fail. 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.

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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:

    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • End-Stage Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Mineral & Bone Disorder in Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Kidney Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • High Blood Pressure
    • CKD
    • Long-Term Kidney Disease
    • ESRD
    • End-Stage Renal Failure
    • Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
    • Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N189: Chronic kidney disease, unspecified
    • N186: End stage renal disease
    • I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    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:

    • Heart Failure
    • Congestive Heart Failure
    • CHF
    • Cardiac Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I509: Heart failure, unspecified

    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:

    • Chronic Venous Insufficiency
    • Vascular Disease
    • CVI
    • Venous Reflux Disease
    • Leg Vein Incompetence
    • Peripheral Venous Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I872: Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)

    Also known as:

    • Varicose Veins with Lower Leg Ulcer
    • Varicose Veins
    • Venous Ulcer
    • Leg Ulcer from Varicose Veins
    • Venous Stasis Ulcer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I83018: Varicose veins of right lower extremity with ulcer other part of lower leg

    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:

    • Anemia
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Obesity
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    • Excess Weight
    • Being Overweight
    • High BMI

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E669: Obesity, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    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

    Also known as:

    • Amputation Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • Limb Loss
    • Post-amputation care
    • Limb loss recovery
    • Amputee rehabilitation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4781: Encounter for orthopedic aftercare following surgical amputation

    Which procedures does Dr. Fail perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Benjamin Fail may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Fail's office.

    Does Dr. Fail accept my insurance?

    Dr. Fail accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (256) 536-8513 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Fail in Huntsville, 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 Alabama

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • UnitedHealthcare

    • Viva Health

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    Where is Dr. Fail's office located?

    Dr. Benjamin Fail's Primary Practice

    704 Madison St SE

    Huntsville, AL 35801

    (256) 536-8513

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

    Dr. Fail's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1053478123.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fail?

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

    What is Dr. Benjamin Fail's specialty?

    Dr. Fail is a Family Medicine Specialist near Huntsville, AL. 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. Contact Dr. Fail to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Benjamin Fail affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Fail 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

    Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Family Medicine Specialist with 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 Benjamin Fail accepting new patients in Huntsville, AL?

    Yes, Dr. Benjamin Fail is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Benjamin Fail offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Fail's office at (256) 536-8513 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Benjamin Fail?

    Please contact Dr. Fail's office at (256) 536-8513 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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