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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Rife, Pediatric Rheumatologist in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Eileen Rife, MD is a Pediatric Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in Birmingham, AL with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Rife is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rife’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rife’s office at (504) 412-1705.
What languages does Dr. Rife speak?
Dr. Rife and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatric Rheumatologist like Dr. Rife typically treat?
As a Pediatric Rheumatologist, Dr. Rife 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. Rife. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Juvenile Arthritis
- Pauciarticular Juvenile Arthritis
- Juvenile idiopathic arthritis
- Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA)
- JIA
- Childhood arthritis
- Juvenile rheumatoid arthritis
- Oligoarticular JIA
- Few-joint juvenile arthritis
- Childhood oligoarthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M0880: Other juvenile arthritis, unspecified site
- M0840: Pauciarticular juvenile rheumatoid arthritis, unspecified site
- M083: Juvenile rheumatoid polyarthritis (seronegative)
Also known as:
- Lupus
- Systemic lupus erythematosus
- SLE
- Disseminated lupus erythematosus
ICD-10 Codes:
- M329: Systemic lupus erythematosus, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Immune System Markers
- Unusual immune findings
- Abnormal immunology results
- Abnormal serum immunology
ICD-10 Codes:
- R768: Other specified abnormal immunological findings in serum
Also known as:
- Sarcoidosis
- Sarcoid
- Besnier-Boeck-Schaumann Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- D869: Sarcoidosis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Interstitial Lung Disease
- ILD
- Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Arthritis in Multiple Joints
- Arthritis
- Widespread Arthritis
- Multiple Joint Inflammation
- Generalized Arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M130: Polyarthritis, unspecified
What procedures does a Pediatric Rheumatologist like Dr. Rife typically perform?
As a Pediatric Rheumatologist, procedures performed by Dr. Eileen Rife may include:
- Abnormal ANA Testing
- Arthrocentesis
- Denosumab Injection
- Joint Aspiration
- Joint Injections
- Rheumatology Consultation
- Rheumatology Follow Up
- Viscosupplement Injections
Please contact Dr. Rife's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Rife accept my insurance?
Dr. Rife accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (504) 412-1705 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Rife accept in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Rife in Birmingham, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
Public Education Employee Health Plan
State of Alabama
Unknown
Viva Health
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Where is Dr. Rife's office located?
What is Dr. Rife's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Rife's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1174917520.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rife?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Rife
What is Dr. Eileen Rife's specialty?
Dr. Rife is a Pediatric Rheumatologist near Birmingham, AL.
What does a Pediatric Rheumatologist do?
A pediatrician specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. A pediatric rheumatologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common athletic injuries, and collagen diseases.
Is this Dr. Eileen Rife affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Rife 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 Pediatric Rheumatologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatric Rheumatologist. 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 Eileen Rife accepting new patients in Birmingham, AL?
Yes, Dr. Eileen Rife is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Eileen Rife offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Rife's office at (504) 412-1705 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Eileen Rife?
Please contact Dr. Rife's office at (504) 412-1705 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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