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Dr. Jose Lucio Lima, MD
Birmingham, AL
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lima, Clinical Pathologist in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Jose Lucio Lima, MD is a Clinical Pathologist, who primarily practices in Birmingham, AL with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Lima graduated from Universidade Federal de Mato Grosso do SuL Faculdade de Medicina. Dr. Lima is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lima’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lima’s office at (205) 297-9411.
Where did Dr. Lima go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Universidade Federal de Mato Grosso do SuL Faculdade de Medicina
What languages does Dr. Lima speak?
Dr. Lima and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Clinical Pathologist like Dr. Lima typically treat?
As a Clinical Pathologist, Dr. Lima 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. Lima. 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:
- Multiple Myeloma
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ®)
- Active multiple myeloma
- Untreated multiple myeloma
- Plasma cell myeloma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9000: Multiple myeloma not having achieved remission
Also known as:
- General High-Risk Pregnancy Care
- Health Problems in Pregnancy
- Specialized Obstetric Monitoring
- Maternal-Fetal Medicine Consult
- Pregnancy Management for Complications
ICD-10 Codes:
- O0990: Supervision of high risk pregnancy, unspecified, unspecified trimester
What procedures does a Clinical Pathologist like Dr. Lima typically perform?
As a Clinical Pathologist, Dr. Lima 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. Lima. 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:
- Collecting Patient's Own Blood Stem Cells for Transplant
- Autologous Stem Cell Harvest
- Blood Stem Cell Collection
- Hematopoietic Stem Cell Apheresis
CPT Codes:
- 38206: Blood-derived hematopoietic progenitor cell harvesting for transplantation, per collection; autologous
Also known as:
- Stem Cell Freezing and Storage
- Hematopoietic Stem Cell Cryopreservation
- Blood Stem Cell Storage
- Bone Marrow Stem Cell Banking
CPT Codes:
- 38207: Transplant preparation of hematopoietic progenitor cells; cryopreservation and storage
Also known as:
- Plasma Depletion for Stem Cell Transplant
- Hematopoietic Cell Processing
- Stem Cell Volume Reduction
- Plasma Removal for Transplant
CPT Codes:
- 38214: Transplant preparation of hematopoietic progenitor cells; plasma (volume) depletion
Does Dr. Lima accept my insurance?
Dr. Lima accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 297-9411 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lima accept in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Lima in Birmingham, 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
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
State of Alabama
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Lima's office located?
What is Dr. Lima's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lima's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1578784518.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lima?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lima
What is Dr. Jose Lucio Lima's specialty?
Dr. Lima is a Clinical Pathologist near Birmingham, AL.
What does a Clinical Pathologist do?
A pathologist specializes in understanding the causes and nature of diseases, contributing to diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment through laboratory applications of biological, chemical, and physical sciences. They analyze information obtained from microscopic examinations of tissue specimens, cells, and body fluids, as well as clinical laboratory tests on fluids and secretions, to diagnose, exclude, and monitor diseases.
Is this Dr. Jose Lucio Lima affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lima 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
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Is Jose Lucio Lima accepting new patients in Birmingham, AL?
Yes, Dr. Jose Lucio Lima is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jose Lucio Lima offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lima's office at (205) 297-9411 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jose Lucio Lima?
Please contact Dr. Lima's office at (205) 297-9411 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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