EG
Dr. Elizabeth Gunn, MD
Birmingham, AL
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gunn, Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Elizabeth Gunn, MD is a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist, who primarily practices in Birmingham, AL with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Gunn is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gunn’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gunn’s office at (205) 638-9285.
What languages does Dr. Gunn speak?
Dr. Gunn and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Gunn treat?
As a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist, Dr. Gunn 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. Gunn. 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:
- Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura
- Thrombocytopenia
- Platelet Disorder
- Immune thrombocytopenia
- ITP
- Idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura
- Low platelet count
- Platelet deficiency
- Bleeding disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- D693: Immune thrombocytopenic purpura
- D696: Thrombocytopenia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- Iron Deficiency Anemia from Chronic Blood Loss
- Iron
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
- Anemia due to iron deficiency and blood loss
- Chronic blood loss anemia
- Low iron anemia from bleeding
ICD-10 Codes:
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
- D508: Other iron deficiency anemias
- D500: Iron deficiency anemia secondary to blood loss (chronic)
Also known as:
- Sickle Cell Disease with Crisis
- Sickle Cell Disease with Acute Chest Syndrome
- Sickle Cell Disease (Stable)
- Sickle Cell Disease
- Sickle Cell Anemia Crisis
- Sickle Cell Pain Crisis
- Vaso-Occlusive Crisis
- Acute chest syndrome
- Sickle cell lung complication
- Chest pain in sickle cell
- Sickle cell anemia without crisis
- Chronic sickle cell disease
- Stable sickle cell
ICD-10 Codes:
- D5700: Hb-SS disease with crisis, unspecified
- D5701: Hb-SS disease with acute chest syndrome
- D571: Sickle-cell disease without crisis
Also known as:
- Low Neutrophil Count
- Other Neutropenia
- Blood Disorder
- Neutropenia
- Low white blood cell count
- Neutrophil deficiency
- Low neutrophil count
- Acquired neutropenia
- Specific neutropenia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D709: Neutropenia, unspecified
- D708: Other neutropenia
Also known as:
- Nosebleed
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Epistaxis
- Bleeding nose
- Nasal hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- R040: Epistaxis
Also known as:
- Heavy and Frequent Periods (Irregular Cycle)
- Heavy and Frequent Periods (Regular Cycle)
- Menstruation
- Menometrorrhagia
- Irregular Heavy Bleeding
- Abnormal Uterine Bleeding
- Menorrhagia
- Polymenorrhea
ICD-10 Codes:
- N921: Excessive and frequent menstruation with irregular cycle
- N920: Excessive and frequent menstruation with regular cycle
Also known as:
- Easy Bruising
- Bruises
- Ecchymosis
- Unexplained Bruises
- Bleeding Under Skin
ICD-10 Codes:
- R233: Spontaneous ecchymoses
Also known as:
- Aplastic Anemia
- Bone Marrow Failure Anemia
- Marrow Aplasia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D619: Aplastic anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abnormal Uterine and Vaginal Bleeding
- Vaginal Bleeding
- Unusual Uterine Bleeding
- Abnormal Vaginal Discharge
- AUB
- Irregular Genital Bleeding
ICD-10 Codes:
- N939: Abnormal uterine and vaginal bleeding, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Types of Pancytopenia
- Blood Disorder
- Rare pancytopenia
- Uncommon low blood counts
- Bone marrow failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- D61818: Other pancytopenia
Also known as:
- Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia
- Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia
- ALL
- Acute lymphocytic leukemia
- Lymphoblastic leukemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9100: Acute lymphoblastic leukemia not having achieved remission
Also known as:
- Blood and Immune System Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- Blood Disorder Check
- Immune System Check-up
- Hematologic Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z130: Encounter for screening for diseases of the blood and blood-forming organs and certain disorders involving the immune mechanism
Which procedures does Dr. Gunn perform as a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist?
As a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Elizabeth Gunn may include:
- 3D Conformal Radiotherapy
- Adaptive Radiation Therapy (ART)
- Adrenalectomy
- Blood Thinning Therapy / Anticoagulation
- Blood Transfusion Consultation
- Blood Transfusion Follow Up
- Bone Excision
- Bone Grafting
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Gunn's office.
Does Dr. Gunn accept my insurance?
Dr. Gunn accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 638-9285 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gunn accept in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Gunn in Birmingham, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
CareSource
Centene
Cigna
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicaid
UnitedHealthcare
View All Insurances
Where is Dr. Gunn's office located?
What is Dr. Gunn's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gunn's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1790118347.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gunn?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gunn
What is Dr. Elizabeth Gunn's specialty?
Dr. Gunn is a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist near Birmingham, AL. A pediatrician trained in the integration of pediatrics, hematology, and oncology, specializing in the recognition and management of blood disorders and cancer in children. This expert provides comprehensive care for conditions such as anemia, bleeding disorders, and various pediatric cancers. Contact Dr. Gunn to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Elizabeth Gunn affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gunn is affiliated with Arthur M. Blank 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
Where can I learn more about Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist?
Explore Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist with 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 Elizabeth Gunn accepting new patients in Birmingham, AL?
Yes, Dr. Elizabeth Gunn is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Elizabeth Gunn offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gunn's office at (205) 638-9285 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Elizabeth Gunn?
Please contact Dr. Gunn's office at (205) 638-9285 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Other Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist Near Birmingham, AL
LP
Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist
Accepting patientsDr. Loretta Parker, DO is a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist, who primarily practices in Birmingham, AL with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified.
Birmingham, AL
OB
Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist
Accepting patientsDr. Olivia Baumgarten, MD is a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist, who primarily practices in Birmingham, AL with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified.
Birmingham, AL
SA
Pediatrician
Accepting patientsDr. Shivangi Argade is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Birmingham, AL. She is board certified.
Birmingham, AL