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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Pickens, Family Medicine Specialist in Sheffield, AL?
Dr. Ibukunoluwa Pickens, DO is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Sheffield, AL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Pickens is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pickens’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pickens’s office at (256) 551-4500.
What languages does Dr. Pickens speak?
Dr. Pickens and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Pickens typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Pickens 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. Pickens. 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:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Pickens typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Ibukunoluwa Pickens may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Pickens' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Pickens accept my insurance?
Dr. Pickens accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (256) 551-4500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pickens accept in Sheffield, AL?
Dr. Pickens in Sheffield, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
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
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Where is Dr. Pickens' office located?
Dr. Ibukunoluwa Pickens' Primary Practice
1300 S Montgomery Ave
Sheffield, AL 35660
(256) 551-4500
What is Dr. Pickens's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pickens's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1356792790.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pickens?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pickens
What is Dr. Ibukunoluwa Pickens's specialty?
Dr. Pickens is a Family Medicine Specialist near Sheffield, AL.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Ibukunoluwa Pickens affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Pickens is affiliated with Uab Hospital, Crestwood Medical Center, Ascension Saint Thomas Hospital West which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Ibukunoluwa Pickens accepting new patients in Sheffield, AL?
Yes, Dr. Ibukunoluwa Pickens is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ibukunoluwa Pickens offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pickens's office at (256) 551-4500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ibukunoluwa Pickens?
Please contact Dr. Pickens's office at (256) 551-4500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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