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Dr. Arthur Boykin, MD

Anesthesiologist

Birmingham, AL

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Boykin, Anesthesiologist in Birmingham, AL?

    Dr. Arthur Boykin, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Birmingham, AL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Boykin is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Boykin’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Boykin’s office at (205) 934-4794.

    What languages does Dr. Boykin speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Boykin typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Boykin 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. Boykin. 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:

    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Lower Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Difficulty Swallowing
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Dysphagia
    • Trouble swallowing
    • Painful swallowing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Stones
    • Renal Calculi
    • Nephrolithiasis
    • Kidney Calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N200: Calculus of kidney

    Also known as:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Neck Pain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Pain
    • Sore Neck
    • Neck Ache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    Also known as:

    • Acute pain after medical procedure
    • Pain
    • Acute post-operative pain
    • Pain after surgery
    • Post-procedural pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Boykin typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Boykin 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. Boykin. 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:

    • Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection with Imaging
    • Epidural Steroid Injection
    • Caudal Epidural Injection
    • Spinal Nerve Block
    • Pain Management Injection
    • Cervical Epidural Injection
    • Thoracic Epidural Injection
    • Pain Relief Spinal Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 62323: Injection(s), of diagnostic or therapeutic substance(s) (eg, anesthetic, antispasmodic, opioid, steroid, other solution), not including neurolytic substances, including needle or catheter placement, interlaminar epidural or subarachnoid, lumbar or sacral (caudal); with imaging guidance (ie, fluoroscopy or CT)
    • 62321: Injection(s), of diagnostic or therapeutic substance(s) (eg, anesthetic, antispasmodic, opioid, steroid, other solution), not including neurolytic substances, including needle or catheter placement, interlaminar epidural or subarachnoid, cervical or thoracic; with imaging guidance (ie, fluoroscopy or CT)

    Also known as:

    • Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
    • Shoulder Nerve Injection
    • Arm Pain Injection
    • Imaging-Guided Nerve Block

    CPT Codes:

    • 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Does Dr. Boykin accept my insurance?

    Dr. Boykin accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 934-4794 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Boykin accept in Birmingham, AL?

    Dr. Boykin 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 Michigan

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Boykin's office located?

    Dr. Arthur Boykin's Primary Practice

    619 19th St S

    Birmingham, AL 35249

    (205) 934-4794

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    Dr. Arthur Boykin's Practice 2

    200 Broad St Ste 300

    Gadsden, AL 35901

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    Dr. Arthur Boykin's Practice 3

    400 Northwood Dr

    Centre, AL 35960

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    What hospitals are Dr. Boykin affiliated with?

    Dr. Boykin has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Gadsden Regional Medical Center,Gadsden, AL

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

    Dr. Boykin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1780806794.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Boykin?

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

    What is Dr. Arthur Boykin's specialty?

    Dr. Boykin is an Anesthesiologist near Birmingham, AL.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

    Is Dr. Arthur Boykin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Boykin is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Gadsden Regional Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Dr. Arthur Boykin accepting new patients in Birmingham, AL?

    Yes, Dr. Arthur Boykin is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Arthur Boykin offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Boykin's office at (205) 934-4794 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Arthur Boykin?

    Please contact Dr. Boykin's office at (205) 934-4794 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Boykin's office located?

    Dr. Boykin's offices are located in Birmingham, AL, Gadsden, AL, and Centre, AL.