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Dr. Samuel Douglas, MD

Surgical Oncologist, Surgeon, Hematology / Oncology Specialist

Birmingham, AL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Douglas, Surgical Oncologist in Birmingham, AL?

    Dr. Samuel Douglas, MD is a Surgical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Birmingham, AL with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Douglas is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Douglas’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Douglas’s office.

    What languages does Dr. Douglas speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Surgical Oncologist like Dr. Douglas typically treat?

    As a Surgical Oncologist, conditions treated by Dr. Samuel Douglas may include:

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

    What procedures does a Surgical Oncologist like Dr. Douglas typically perform?

    As a Surgical Oncologist, Dr. Douglas 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. Douglas. 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:

    • Inserting a Long-Term IV Port (Central Line)
    • Tunneled central venous catheter insertion
    • Subcutaneous port placement
    • Central line with port

    CPT Codes:

    • 36561: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous access device, with subcutaneous port; age 5 years or older

    Does Dr. Douglas accept my insurance?

    Dr. Douglas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Douglas 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

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Alabama

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Viva Health

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    Where is Dr. Douglas' office located?

    Dr. Samuel Douglas' Primary Practice

    2728 10th Ave S Ste 200

    Birmingham, AL 35205

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    Dr. Samuel Douglas' Practice 2

    500 Office Park Dr Ste 400

    Mountain Brk, AL 35223

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

    Dr. Douglas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1811308257.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Douglas?

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

    What is Dr. Samuel Douglas's specialty?

    Dr. Douglas is a Surgical Oncologist near Birmingham, AL.

    What does a Surgical Oncologist do?

    A surgical oncologist is a highly qualified and trained surgeon with specialized expertise in the prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of cancer patients. They have received additional training in a multidisciplinary approach and dedicate a significant portion of their practice to these areas, as well as to cancer research.

    Is Dr. Samuel Douglas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Douglas is affiliated with Ascension St. Vincent’s Birmingham, Grandview Medical Center - Birmingham, Al, 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 Surgical Oncologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Surgical Oncologist. 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 Dr. Samuel Douglas accepting new patients in Birmingham, AL?

    Yes, Dr. Samuel Douglas is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Samuel Douglas offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Douglas' office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Samuel Douglas?

    Please contact Dr. Douglas' office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Douglas' office located?

    Dr. Douglas' offices are located in Birmingham, AL and Mountain Brk, AL.