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Dr. David Cherry, MD

Birmingham, AL

15 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Cherry, Hospitalist in Birmingham, AL?

    Dr. David Cherry, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Birmingham, AL with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 15 years. Dr. Cherry is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cherry’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cherry’s office at (205) 975-0512.

    What languages does Dr. Cherry speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Cherry typically treat?

    As a Hospitalist, Dr. Cherry 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. Cherry. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Age-Related Brain Degeneration
    • Dementia
    • Senile Dementia
    • Brain Degeneration in Elderly

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G311: Senile degeneration of brain, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Alzheimer's Disease
    • Late-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
    • Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
    • AD
    • Alzheimer's Dementia
    • Memory Loss Disease
    • Sporadic Alzheimer's
    • Alzheimer's in Older Adults

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
    • G301: Alzheimer's disease with late onset

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Heart Failure
    • Congestive Heart Failure
    • CHF
    • Cardiac Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I509: Heart failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Protein-Calorie Malnutrition
    • Malnutrition
    • Protein-energy malnutrition
    • General malnutrition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E46: Unspecified protein-calorie malnutrition

    Also known as:

    • Cerebral Atherosclerosis
    • Brain Disease
    • Hardening of Brain Arteries
    • Brain Artery Plaque
    • Cerebral Artery Disease
    • Brain Blood Vessel Hardening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I672: Cerebral atherosclerosis

    What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Cherry typically perform?

    As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. David Cherry may include:

    Please contact Dr. Cherry's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Cherry accept my insurance?

    Dr. Cherry accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 975-0512 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Cherry 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 Alabama

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Alabama

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • University of Alabama

    • Unknown

    • Viva Health

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    Where is Dr. Cherry's office located?

    619 19th Street South

    619 19th St S

    Birmingham, AL 35249

    (205) 975-0512

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    Dr. David Cherry's Practice 2

    1201 11th Ave S

    Birmingham, AL 35205

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

    Dr. Cherry's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1104038306.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cherry?

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

    What is Dr. David Cherry's specialty?

    Dr. Cherry is a Hospitalist near Birmingham, AL.

    What does a Hospitalist do?

    Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.

    Is this Dr. David Cherry affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Cherry is affiliated with Uab Hospital, Brookwood Baptist Medical Center 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 Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hospitalist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is David Cherry accepting new patients in Birmingham, AL?

    Yes, Dr. David Cherry is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. David Cherry offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Cherry's office at (205) 975-0512 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with David Cherry?

    Please contact Dr. Cherry's office at (205) 975-0512 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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