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Dr. Donald Bedsole, MD

Mobile, AL

19 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Bedsole, Pulmonologist in Mobile, AL?

    Dr. Donald Bedsole, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Mobile, AL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 19 years and is board certified. Dr. Bedsole graduated from University of South Alabama College of Medicine and completed his residency at Healthsouth Metro West Hospita, General Surgery; Healthsouth Metro West Hospita, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Bedsole is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bedsole’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bedsole’s office at (251) 633-0573.

    Where did Dr. Bedsole go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Healthsouth Metro West Hospita, General Surgery; Healthsouth Metro West Hospita, Flexible Or Transitional Year | University Of So Al Hosps | HEALTHSOUTH

    • Medical School: University of South Alabama College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Bedsole board certified as a Pulmonologist?

    Yes, Dr. Donald Bedsole, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Bedsole speak?

    Dr. Bedsole and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • Arabic

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Bedsole treat?

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Bedsole 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. Bedsole. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Obstructive Sleep Apnea
    • Sleep Apnea
    • Obstructive sleep apnea
    • OSA
    • Blocked airway during sleep
    • Snoring and gasping during sleep
    • Breathing Pauses During Sleep
    • Snoring Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
    • G4730: Sleep apnea, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath
    • R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Moderate Persistent Asthma
    • Asthma
    • Severe Persistent Asthma
    • Mild Intermittent Asthma
    • Cough Variant Asthma
    • Ongoing Moderate Asthma
    • Regular Moderate Asthma
    • Chronic Moderate Asthma
    • Reactive Airway Disease
    • Bronchial Asthma
    • Allergic Asthma
    • Chronic Severe Asthma
    • Difficult-to-Treat Asthma
    • Severe Asthma
    • Occasional Asthma
    • Mild Asthma Attacks
    • Infrequent Asthma
    • CVA
    • Asthma with Cough
    • Chronic Cough Asthma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated
    • J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
    • J4550: Severe persistent asthma, uncomplicated
    • J4520: Mild intermittent asthma, uncomplicated
    • J45991: Cough variant asthma

    Also known as:

    • Emphysema
    • Centriacinar Emphysema
    • Lung Emphysema
    • COPD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J432: Centrilobular emphysema

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • COPD Flare-Up
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • Cigarette Addiction with Withdrawal
    • Cigarette Addiction
    • Smoking
    • Handling Nicotine Withdrawal and Triggers When You Decide to Quit Tobacco
    • Smoking Withdrawal Syndrome
    • Nicotine Withdrawal from Cigarettes
    • Quitting Smoking Symptoms
    • Smoking Addiction
    • Nicotine Dependence from Cigarettes
    • Tobacco Addiction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F17213: Nicotine dependence, cigarettes, with withdrawal
    • F17210: Nicotine dependence, cigarettes, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Single Lung Nodule
    • Lung Disease
    • Lung Spot
    • Pulmonary Nodule
    • Spot on Lung Scan

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule

    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:

    • Interstitial Lung Disease
    • ILD
    • Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Cough
    • Cough
    • Persistent cough
    • Long-lasting cough
    • Ongoing cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R053: Chronic cough

    Also known as:

    • Other Lung Disease
    • Lung Disease
    • Various lung conditions
    • Unspecified lung disorder
    • Miscellaneous lung problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J984: Other disorders of lung

    What procedures does Dr. Bedsole perform?

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Bedsole 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. Bedsole. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Diagnostic Bronchoscopy with Cell Washing
    • Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
    • Fluoroscopy
    • Lung Scope with Cell Sample
    • Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
    • Flexible Bronchoscopy with Fluoroscopy

    CPT Codes:

    • 31622: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; diagnostic, with cell washing, when performed (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Emergency Breathing Tube Insertion
    • Emergency intubation
    • Endotracheal tube placement
    • Airway management (emergency)

    CPT Codes:

    • 31500: Intubation, endotracheal, emergency procedure

    Does Dr. Bedsole accept my insurance?

    Dr. Bedsole accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (251) 633-0573 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Bedsole accept in Mobile, AL?

    Dr. Bedsole in Mobile, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Lowes

    • Medicare

    • MedImpact

    • State of Alabama

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Bedsole's office located?

    Dr. Donald Bedsole's Primary Practice

    5955 Airport Blvd

    Mobile, AL 36608

    (251) 633-0573

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    Dr. Donald Bedsole's Practice 2

    100 Memorial Hospital Dr Ste 1A

    Mobile, AL 36608

    (251) 343-6848

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    Dr. Donald Bedsole's Practice 3

    57 Dewey St Ste D

    Lucedale, MS 39452

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    What is Dr. Bedsole's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Bedsole's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1174743223.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bedsole?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bedsole

    What is Dr. Donald Bedsole's specialty?

    Dr. Bedsole is a Pulmonologist near Mobile, AL. An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders. Contact Dr. Bedsole to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Donald Bedsole affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Bedsole is affiliated with Providence Hospital - Mobile, AL, USA Health University Hospital 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

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    Is Donald Bedsole accepting new patients in Mobile, AL?

    Yes, Dr. Donald Bedsole is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Donald Bedsole offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Bedsole's office at (251) 633-0573 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Donald Bedsole?

    Please contact Dr. Bedsole's office at (251) 633-0573 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Donald Bedsole have?

    Dr. Donald Bedsole is certified by the American Board of Surgery.

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