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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Symes, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Fairhope, AL?
Dr. Joshua Symes is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Fairhope, AL with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Symes is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Symes’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Symes’s office at (251) 279-1151.
What languages does Dr. Symes speak?
Dr. Symes and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Symes typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Symes 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. Symes. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Symes typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Joshua Symes may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Symes' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Symes accept my insurance?
Dr. Symes accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (251) 279-1151 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Symes accept in Fairhope, AL?
Dr. Symes in Fairhope, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Associated Care Ventures
Cigna Group
Community Care Network
Devoted Health
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
Viva Health
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Where is Dr. Symes' office located?
What is Dr. Symes's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Symes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1144683897.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Symes?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Symes
What is Dr. Joshua Symes's specialty?
Dr. Symes is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Fairhope, AL.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is this Dr. Joshua Symes affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Symes is affiliated with Usa Health University 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Joshua Symes accepting new patients in Fairhope, AL?
Yes, Dr. Joshua Symes is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joshua Symes offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Symes's office at (251) 279-1151 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joshua Symes?
Please contact Dr. Symes's office at (251) 279-1151 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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