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Who is Dr. Pitts, Pulmonologist in Mobile, AL?
Dr. William Pitts, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Mobile, AL with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Pitts is fluent in English, Arabic, Spanish, and Tagalog, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pitts’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pitts’s office at (251) 633-0573.
What languages does Dr. Pitts speak?
Dr. Pitts and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
Spanish
Tagalog
What conditions does Dr. Pitts treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Pitts 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. Pitts. 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:
- 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:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
- R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Asthma
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Cigarette Addiction with Withdrawal
- Cigarette Addiction
- Smoking
- Handling Nicotine Withdrawal and Triggers When You Decide to Quit Tobacco
- Smoking Withdrawal Syndrome
- Nicotine Withdrawal from Cigarettes
- Quitting Smoking Symptoms
- Smoking Addiction
- Nicotine Dependence from Cigarettes
- Tobacco Addiction
ICD-10 Codes:
- F17213: Nicotine dependence, cigarettes, with withdrawal
- F17210: Nicotine dependence, cigarettes, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Single Lung Nodule
- Lung Disease
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
- Lung Spot
- Pulmonary Nodule
- Spot on Lung Scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
- R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule
Also known as:
- Chronic Cough
- Cough
- Persistent cough
- Long-lasting cough
- Ongoing cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R053: Chronic cough
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
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:
- Interstitial Lung Disease
- ILD
- Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Emphysema
- Centriacinar Emphysema
- Lung Emphysema
- COPD
ICD-10 Codes:
- J432: Centrilobular emphysema
Also known as:
- Acid Reflux
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
Also known as:
- Other Lung Disease
- Lung Disease
- Various lung conditions
- Unspecified lung disorder
- Miscellaneous lung problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- J984: Other disorders of lung
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Pleural Effusion
- Pleural Disorder
- Fluid in lungs
- Water on the lung
- Fluid around lungs
ICD-10 Codes:
- J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified
Which procedures does Dr. Pitts perform as a Pulmonologist?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by a Dr. William Pitts may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Pitts' office.
Does Dr. Pitts accept my insurance?
Dr. Pitts accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (251) 633-0573 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pitts accept in Mobile, AL?
Dr. Pitts in Mobile, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Devoted Health
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
State of Alabama
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Pitts' office located?
What is Dr. Pitts's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pitts's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1023321411.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pitts?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pitts
What is Dr. William Pitts's specialty?
Dr. Pitts is a Pulmonologist near Mobile, AL. An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders. Contact Dr. Pitts to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. William Pitts affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Pitts is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Usa Health - Providence Hospital. 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
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Is William Pitts accepting new patients in Mobile, AL?
Yes, Dr. William Pitts is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. William Pitts offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pitts's office at (251) 633-0573 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with William Pitts?
Please contact Dr. Pitts's office at (251) 633-0573 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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