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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Degroat, Cardiologist in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Christopher Degroat, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Birmingham, AL with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Degroat is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Degroat’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Degroat’s office at (205) 939-7100.
What languages does Dr. Degroat speak?
Dr. Degroat and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Degroat treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Degroat 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. Degroat. 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:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Coronary Artery Disease with Angina
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
- Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Angina
- Chest Pain from Heart Disease
- Angina Pectoris
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
- I25118: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with other forms of angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Heart Palpitations
- Arrhythmia
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- R002: Palpitations
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Dyspnea
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
- R0602: Shortness of breath
- R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
- Long-term Systolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFrEF
- Ongoing Pumping Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
- Long-term Diastolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFpEF
- Ongoing Filling Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5022: Chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
- I5032: Chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- Peripheral Artery Disease
- PVD
- PAD
- Poor Circulation in Legs
- Blocked Leg Arteries
ICD-10 Codes:
- I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
Which procedures does Dr. Degroat perform as a Cardiologist?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Christopher Degroat may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Degroat's office.
Does Dr. Degroat accept my insurance?
Dr. Degroat accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 939-7100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Degroat accept in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Degroat 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 Michigan
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
Medicare
Physicians Mutual Insurance Company
State of Alabama
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Degroat's office located?
Dr. Christopher Degroat's Primary Practice
2700 10th Ave S Ste 305
Birmingham, AL 35205
(205) 939-7100
What is Dr. Degroat's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Degroat's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1528471091.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Degroat?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Degroat
What is Dr. Christopher Degroat's specialty?
Dr. Degroat is a Cardiologist near Birmingham, AL. An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias. Contact Dr. Degroat to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Christopher Degroat affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Degroat is affiliated with Ascension St. Vincent’s Birmingham 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 Christopher Degroat accepting new patients in Birmingham, AL?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Degroat is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Degroat offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Degroat's office at (205) 939-7100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Degroat?
Please contact Dr. Degroat's office at (205) 939-7100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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