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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Andrews, Rheumatologist in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. James Andrews, MD is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in Birmingham, AL. Dr. Andrews is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Andrews’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Andrews’s office at (205) 934-4011.
What languages does Dr. Andrews speak?
Dr. Andrews and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
What conditions does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Andrews typically treat?
As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Andrews 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. Andrews. 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:
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- RA
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
- Autoimmune arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M069: Rheumatoid arthritis, unspecified
- M0579: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor of multiple sites without organ or systems involvement
Also known as:
- Arthritis in Multiple Joints
- Other Forms of Arthritis
- Arthritis
- Widespread Arthritis
- Multiple Joint Inflammation
- Generalized Arthritis
- Unspecified Arthritis
- Arthritis Not Elsewhere Classified
- Joint Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- M130: Polyarthritis, unspecified
- M1380: Other specified arthritis, unspecified site
Also known as:
- Psoriatic Arthritis
- Psoriasis
- Psoriatic joint inflammation
- Arthritis with psoriasis
- Psoriasis-related joint pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- L4050: Arthropathic psoriasis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Lupus
- Systemic lupus erythematosus
- SLE
- Disseminated lupus erythematosus
ICD-10 Codes:
- M329: Systemic lupus erythematosus, unspecified
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative Joint Disease
- Wear-and-Tear Arthritis
- Joint Degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1990: Unspecified osteoarthritis, unspecified site
Also known as:
- Inflammatory Myopathy
- Muscle Disorder
- Immune Myopathy
- Inflammatory Muscle Disease
- Autoimmune Myopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G7249: Other inflammatory and immune myopathies, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Dermatomyositis without muscle weakness
- Dermatomyositis sine myositis
- DM without muscle involvement
- Adult skin inflammation without muscle pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M3313: Other dermatomyositis without myopathy
What procedures does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Andrews typically perform?
As a Rheumatologist, procedures performed by Dr. James Andrews may include:
- Abnormal ANA Testing
- Arthrocentesis
- Denosumab Injection
- Joint Aspiration
- Joint Injections
- Rheumatology Consultation
- Rheumatology Follow Up
- Viscosupplement Injections
Please contact Dr. Andrews' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Andrews accept my insurance?
Dr. Andrews 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. Andrews accept in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Andrews 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
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
State of Alabama
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
Viva Health
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Where is Dr. Andrews' office located?
What is Dr. Andrews's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Andrews's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1407084809.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Andrews?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Andrews
What is Dr. James Andrews's specialty?
Dr. Andrews is a Rheumatologist near Birmingham, AL.
What does a Rheumatologist do?
An internist specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common sports injuries, and collagen-related diseases.
Is this Dr. James Andrews affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Andrews 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 Rheumatologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is James Andrews accepting new patients in Birmingham, AL?
Yes, Dr. James Andrews is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Andrews offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Andrews's office at (205) 934-4011 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Andrews?
Please contact Dr. Andrews's office at (205) 934-4011 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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