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Who is Dr. Hooks, Internist in Gadsden, AL?
Dr. Joseph Hooks is an Internist, who primarily practices in Gadsden, AL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Hooks is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hooks’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hooks’s office at (256) 494-4000.
What languages does Dr. Hooks speak?
Dr. Hooks and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Hooks typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Hooks 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. Hooks. 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:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- COPD
- COPD Flare-Up
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
Also known as:
- Snoring
- Loud breathing during sleep
- Noisy sleep
- Obstructive snoring
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0683: Snoring
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Hooks typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Joseph Hooks may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Hooks' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Hooks accept my insurance?
Dr. Hooks accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (256) 494-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hooks accept in Gadsden, AL?
Dr. Hooks in Gadsden, 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 Alabama
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
State of Alabama
Viva Health
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Where is Dr. Hooks' office located?
What is Dr. Hooks's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hooks's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1609486331.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hooks?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hooks
What is Dr. Joseph Hooks's specialty?
Dr. Hooks is a Internist near Gadsden, AL.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Joseph Hooks affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Hooks is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Riverview Regional Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Joseph Hooks accepting new patients in Gadsden, AL?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Hooks is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joseph Hooks offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hooks's office at (256) 494-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joseph Hooks?
Please contact Dr. Hooks's office at (256) 494-4000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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