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Dr. Dana Gans, MD
Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist
,Emergency Medicine Specialist
,Pediatric Emergency Specialist
Birmingham, AL
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gans, Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Dana Gans, MD is a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Birmingham, AL with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Gans is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gans’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gans’s office at (205) 638-9100.
What languages does Dr. Gans speak?
Dr. Gans and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Gans treat?
As a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Gans 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. Gans. 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.
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Bronchiolitis
- RSV Bronchiolitis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Respiratory Syncytial Virus Infection
- Inflammation of small airways
- Bronchiole infection
- Acute lung inflammation
- RSV lung infection
- Viral bronchiolitis
- Acute bronchiolitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J219: Acute bronchiolitis, unspecified
- J210: Acute bronchiolitis due to respiratory syncytial virus
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Adjustment Disorder
- Mental Disorder
- Situational Depression
- Stress Response Syndrome
- Reaction to Stress
ICD-10 Codes:
- F4320: Adjustment disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Unspecified Impulse Control Disorder
- Mental Disorder
- Impulse Control Problem
- Behavioral Impulse Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F639: Impulse disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Croup
- Throat Disorder
- Acute Laryngitis
- Laryngotracheobronchitis
- Barking Cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- J050: Acute obstructive laryngitis [croup]
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Viral Intestinal Infection
- Gastroenteritis
- Viral Infection
- Viral Gastroenteritis (Stomach Flu)
- Viral stomach flu
- Viral enteritis
- Viral gut infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A084: Viral intestinal infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Vomiting
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Throwing up
- Emesis
- Puking
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1110: Vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Dehydration
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Lack of Fluids
- Fluid Loss
- Body Water Depletion
ICD-10 Codes:
- E860: Dehydration
Also known as:
- Asthma Flare-Up
- Asthma
- Asthma Attack
- Acute Asthma Exacerbation
- Worsening Asthma
- Asthma Episode
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45901: Unspecified asthma with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Suicidal Thoughts
- Suicide
- Suicidal ideation
- Thoughts of ending life
- Self-harm thoughts
ICD-10 Codes:
- R45851: Suicidal ideations
Also known as:
- Strep Throat
- Sore Throat
- Streptococcal Infection
- Bacterial Sore Throat
- Pharyngitis
- Strep Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis
Also known as:
- Depression
- Clinical depression
- Major depressive disorder
- Mood disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F32A: Depression, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Gans perform as a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist?
As a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Dana Gans may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Gans' office.
Does Dr. Gans accept my insurance?
Dr. Gans accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 638-9100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gans accept in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Gans 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 Commercial
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama
Cigna
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Department of Veterans Affairs
Public Education Employee Health Plan
State of Alabama
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Gans' office located?
What is Dr. Gans's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gans's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275037244.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gans?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gans
What is Dr. Dana Gans's specialty?
Dr. Gans is a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist near Birmingham, AL. A pediatrician with specialized qualifications in managing emergencies in infants and children, providing rapid, expert care for acute medical situations to ensure the best possible outcomes. Contact Dr. Gans to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Dana Gans affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gans 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
Where can I learn more about Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist?
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Is Dana Gans accepting new patients in Birmingham, AL?
Yes, Dr. Dana Gans is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Dana Gans offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gans's office at (205) 638-9100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dana Gans?
Please contact Dr. Gans's office at (205) 638-9100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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