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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Clarkson, Cardiologist in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Stephen Clarkson, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Birmingham, AL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Clarkson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Clarkson’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Clarkson’s office at (205) 297-9411.
What languages does Dr. Clarkson speak?
Dr. Clarkson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Cardiologist like Dr. Clarkson typically treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Clarkson 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. Clarkson. 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:
- Chronic Combined Systolic and Diastolic Heart Failure
- Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Long-term Mixed Heart Failure
- Chronic Biventricular Heart Failure
- Ongoing Systolic and Diastolic Dysfunction
- Long-term Diastolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFpEF
- Ongoing Filling Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5042: Chronic combined systolic (congestive) and diastolic (congestive) heart failure
- I5032: Chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Hardening of Heart Bypass Arteries (No Chest Pain)
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
- Blocked heart bypass grafts without angina
- Atherosclerosis in grafts
- Silent coronary artery disease in grafts
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
- I25810: Atherosclerosis of coronary artery bypass graft(s) without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Heart Palpitations
- Arrhythmia
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R002: Palpitations
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Clarkson typically perform?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Stephen Clarkson may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
Please contact Dr. Clarkson's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Clarkson accept my insurance?
Dr. Clarkson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 297-9411 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Clarkson accept in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Clarkson in Birmingham, 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
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
State of Alabama
UnitedHealth Group
Viva Health
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Where is Dr. Clarkson's office located?
Dr. Stephen Clarkson's Primary Practice
619 19th St S
Birmingham, AL 35249
(205) 297-9411
What is Dr. Clarkson's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Clarkson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740626027.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Clarkson?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Clarkson
What is Dr. Stephen Clarkson's specialty?
Dr. Clarkson is a Cardiologist near Birmingham, AL.
What does a Cardiologist do?
An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias.
Is this Dr. Stephen Clarkson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Clarkson 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 Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Stephen Clarkson accepting new patients in Birmingham, AL?
Yes, Dr. Stephen Clarkson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Stephen Clarkson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Clarkson's office at (205) 297-9411 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Stephen Clarkson?
Please contact Dr. Clarkson's office at (205) 297-9411 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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