32 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Looney, Internist in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. John Looney, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Birmingham, AL with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 32 years. Dr. Looney graduated from University of South Alabama College of Medicine and completed his residency at Central Iowa Health System (Iowa Methodist Medical Center) Program. Dr. Looney is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Looney’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Looney’s office at (256) 386-4005.
Where did Dr. Looney go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Central Iowa Health System (Iowa Methodist Medical Center) Program
Medical School: St George',s University | University of South Alabama College of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Looney speak?
Dr. Looney and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Looney typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Looney 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. Looney. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Looney typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. John Looney 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. Looney's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Looney accept my insurance?
Dr. Looney accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (256) 386-4005 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Looney accept in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Looney 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
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
Humana
Medicare
State of Alabama
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
Viva Health
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Where is Dr. Looney's office located?
Dr. John Looney's Primary Practice
1130 22nd St S Ste 1000
Birmingham, AL 35205
(256) 386-4005
What is Dr. Looney's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Looney's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1932237955.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Looney?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Looney
What is Dr. John Looney's specialty?
Dr. Looney 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. John Looney affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Looney is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Shelby Baptist Medical Center. 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is John Looney accepting new patients in Birmingham, AL?
Yes, Dr. John Looney is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. John Looney offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Looney's office at (256) 386-4005 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with John Looney?
Please contact Dr. Looney's office at (256) 386-4005 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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