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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sehgal, Hospitalist in Decatur, AL?
Dr. Dennis Sehgal, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Decatur, AL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Sehgal is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sehgal’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sehgal’s office at (217) 391-8730.
What languages does Dr. Sehgal speak?
Dr. Sehgal and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Sehgal typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Sehgal 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. Sehgal. 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
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:
- 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:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Sehgal typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Sehgal 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. Sehgal. 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:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Does Dr. Sehgal accept my insurance?
Dr. Sehgal accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (217) 391-8730 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sehgal accept in Decatur, AL?
Dr. Sehgal in Decatur, 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
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
State of Alabama
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Sehgal's office located?
What is Dr. Sehgal's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sehgal's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1205351335.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sehgal?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sehgal
What is Dr. Dennis Sehgal's specialty?
Dr. Sehgal is a Hospitalist near Decatur, 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. Dennis Sehgal affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sehgal is affiliated with Emory University Hospital Midtown, Huntsville Hospital, Northside Hospital Cherokee 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 Dennis Sehgal accepting new patients in Decatur, AL?
Yes, Dr. Dennis Sehgal is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Dennis Sehgal offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sehgal's office at (217) 391-8730 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dennis Sehgal?
Please contact Dr. Sehgal's office at (217) 391-8730 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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