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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Pettus, Internist in Jasper, AL?
Dr. Sonja Pettus, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Jasper, AL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Pettus graduated from University of Alabama School of Medicine. Dr. Pettus is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pettus’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pettus’s office at (205) 295-4200.
Where did Dr. Pettus go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Alabama School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Pettus speak?
Dr. Pettus and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Pettus typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Pettus 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. Pettus. 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:
- 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:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Chronic pain syndrome
- Chronic Pain
- Persistent pain syndrome
- Long-term pain condition
- Chronic widespread pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G894: Chronic pain syndrome
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- General Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- General Health Check
- Disease Screening
- Medical Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Pettus typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Sonja Pettus may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Pettus' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Pettus accept my insurance?
Dr. Pettus accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 295-4200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pettus accept in Jasper, AL?
Dr. Pettus in Jasper, 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
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Devoted Health
Medicare
United Mine Workers of America (UMWA)
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
Viva Health
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Where is Dr. Pettus' office located?
Dr. Sonja Pettus' Primary Practice
1450 Jones Dairy Rd Ste 600
Jasper, AL 35501
(205) 295-4200
What is Dr. Pettus's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pettus's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1184769424.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pettus?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pettus
What is Dr. Sonja Pettus's specialty?
Dr. Pettus is a Internist near Jasper, 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. Sonja Pettus affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Pettus 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
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Is Sonja Pettus accepting new patients in Jasper, AL?
Yes, Dr. Sonja Pettus is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sonja Pettus offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pettus's office at (205) 295-4200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sonja Pettus?
Please contact Dr. Pettus's office at (205) 295-4200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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