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Dr. Walter Baehr, MD
Birmingham, AL
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Baehr, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Walter Baehr, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Birmingham, AL. Dr. Baehr is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Baehr’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Baehr’s office at (205) 934-4011.
What languages does Dr. Baehr speak?
Dr. Baehr and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Baehr typically treat?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Baehr 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. Baehr. 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:
- Alzheimer's Disease
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- AD
- Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Memory Loss
- Memory
- Amnesia
- Forgetfulness
- Loss of Recall
ICD-10 Codes:
- R413: Other amnesia
Also known as:
- Communication Problems from Brain Issues
- Speech and Communication Disorder
- Cognitive-linguistic disorder
- Trouble speaking after brain injury
- Difficulty understanding language
ICD-10 Codes:
- R41841: Cognitive communication deficit
Also known as:
- Mild Cognitive Impairment
- MCI
- Early Memory Loss
- Pre-Dementia
ICD-10 Codes:
- G3184: Mild cognitive impairment of uncertain or unknown etiology
What procedures does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Baehr typically perform?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Baehr performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Baehr. 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:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Does Dr. Baehr accept my insurance?
Dr. Baehr accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 934-4011 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Baehr accept in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Baehr in Birmingham, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
State of Alabama
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
Viva Health
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Where is Dr. Baehr's office located?
What is Dr. Baehr's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Baehr's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1467849166.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Baehr?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Baehr
What is Dr. Walter Baehr's specialty?
Dr. Baehr is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near Birmingham, AL.
What does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist do?
An internal medicine physician with specialized knowledge in preventing and relieving the suffering of patients dealing with life-limiting illnesses. They work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to improve quality of patient's life by addressing the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of both the patient and their family throughout the disease's progression, during the dying process, and in bereavement support for the family. They are trained to assess patients suffering with advanced disease, provide relief from distressing symptoms, to coordinate between interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues, patient and family-centered care in various settings, utilizing specialized care systems like hospice, managing care for imminently dying patients, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care.
Is this Dr. Walter Baehr affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Baehr 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 Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Walter Baehr accepting new patients in Birmingham, AL?
Yes, Dr. Walter Baehr is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Walter Baehr offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Baehr's office at (205) 934-4011 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Walter Baehr?
Please contact Dr. Baehr's office at (205) 934-4011 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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