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Dr. James Oliver

Birmingham, AL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Oliver, Internist in Birmingham, AL?

    Dr. James Oliver is an Internist, who primarily practices in Birmingham, AL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Oliver is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Oliver’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Oliver’s office at (800) 822-8816.

    What languages does Dr. Oliver speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Oliver typically treat?

    As an Internist, Dr. Oliver 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. Oliver. 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 Kidney Disease
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Mineral & Bone Disorder in Chronic Kidney Disease
    • CKD
    • Long-Term Kidney Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N189: Chronic kidney disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Age-Related Brain Degeneration
    • Dementia
    • Senile Dementia
    • Brain Degeneration in Elderly

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G311: Senile degeneration of brain, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Generalized Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Overall Body Weakness
    • Widespread Muscle Weakness
    • Systemic Muscle Weakness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)

    Also known as:

    • Acid Reflux
    • GERD
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
    • Gastroesophageal Reflux
    • Heartburn
    • Indigestion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis

    What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Oliver typically perform?

    As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. James Oliver may include:

    Please contact Dr. Oliver's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Oliver accept my insurance?

    Dr. Oliver accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (800) 822-8816 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Oliver accept in Birmingham, AL?

    Dr. Oliver 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

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Alabama

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

    • Viva Health

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    Where is Dr. Oliver's office located?

    Dr. James Oliver's Primary Practice

    3690 Grandview Pkwy

    Birmingham, AL 35243

    (800) 822-8816

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    Dr. James Oliver's Practice 2

    619 19th St S

    Birmingham, AL 35249

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    Dr. James Oliver's Practice 3

    900 Oak Mountain Commons Ln

    Pelham, AL 35124

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

    Dr. Oliver's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1891138624.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Oliver?

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

    What is Dr. James Oliver's specialty?

    Dr. Oliver is a Internist near Birmingham, 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. James Oliver affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Oliver 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Internist. 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 James Oliver accepting new patients in Birmingham, AL?

    Yes, Dr. James Oliver is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. James Oliver offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Oliver's office at (800) 822-8816 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with James Oliver?

    Please contact Dr. Oliver's office at (800) 822-8816 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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