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Who is Dr. Odum, Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. James Odum, MD is a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Birmingham, AL. Dr. Odum is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Odum’s office at (205) 638-9100.
What languages does Dr. Odum speak?
Dr. Odum and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist like Dr. Odum typically treat?
As a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, Dr. Odum 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. Odum. 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:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
What procedures does a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist like Dr. Odum typically perform?
As a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. James Odum may include:
- Arterial Line Placement
- Critical Care Consultation
- Critical Care Follow Up
- Intensive Critical Care Consultation
- Intensive Critical Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Odum's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Odum accept my insurance?
Dr. Odum 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. Odum accept in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Odum 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
Federal government of the United States
Public Education Employee Health Plan
State of Alabama
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Where is Dr. Odum's office located?
What is Dr. Odum's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Odum's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1134515943.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Odum?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Odum
What is Dr. James Odum's specialty?
Dr. Odum is a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist near Birmingham, AL.
What does a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist do?
A pediatrician specialized in advanced life support for children, from term and near-term neonates to adolescents, with expertise in managing critical care for life-threatening organ system failures in both medical and surgical patients. This specialist is skilled in supporting vital physiological functions and often takes on administrative responsibilities within intensive care units, coordinating patient care and collaborating closely with other specialists to ensure comprehensive treatment.
Is this Dr. James Odum affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Odum is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Childrens Of Alabama. 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 a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist. 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 Odum accepting new patients in Birmingham, AL?
Yes, Dr. James Odum is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Odum offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Odum's office at (205) 638-9100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Odum?
Please contact Dr. Odum's office at (205) 638-9100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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