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Dr. Carolyn Ringhoffer, MD

Mobile, AL

32 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Ringhoffer, Gynecologist in Mobile, AL?

    Dr. Carolyn Ringhoffer, MD is a Gynecologist, who primarily practices in Mobile, AL. She has been practicing for over 32 years. Dr. Ringhoffer graduated from University of South Alabama College of Medicine. Dr. Ringhoffer is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ringhoffer’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ringhoffer’s office at (251) 344-3233.

    Where did Dr. Ringhoffer go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: University of South Al Coll of Med, Mobile Al | University of South Alabama College of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Ringhoffer speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Ringhoffer treat?

    As a Gynecologist, Dr. Ringhoffer 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. Ringhoffer. 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:

    • Routine Gynecological Exam (Abnormal Findings)
    • Routine Gynecological Exam (Normal Findings)
    • Women's Health Checkup
    • Women's checkup with issues
    • Pelvic exam, abnormal results
    • OB/GYN visit with concerns
    • Women's checkup, all clear
    • Pelvic exam, normal results
    • OB/GYN visit, no issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01411: Encounter for gynecological examination (general) (routine) with abnormal findings
    • Z01419: Encounter for gynecological examination (general) (routine) without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Overweight
    • Healthy Weight
    • Body Weight
    • High Body Mass Index
    • Excess Weight
    • Weight Management Issues
    • Normal Weight
    • Body Mass Index
    • Optimal Weight

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z6829: Body mass index [BMI] 29.0-29.9, adult
    • Z6827: Body mass index [BMI] 27.0-27.9, adult
    • Z6824: Body mass index [BMI] 24.0-24.9, adult
    • Z6826: Body mass index [BMI] 26.0-26.9, adult
    • Z6825: Body mass index [BMI] 25.0-25.9, adult

    Also known as:

    • Severe Obesity
    • Obesity
    • Body Weight
    • Morbid Obesity
    • Extreme Obesity
    • High Body Mass Index
    • Excess Body Fat
    • Weight Management Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z684: Body mass index [BMI] 40 or greater, adult
    • Z6830: Body mass index [BMI] 30.0-30.9, adult
    • Z6831: Body mass index [BMI] 31.0-31.9, adult

    Also known as:

    • High-Risk Sexual Behavior
    • Sexual Health
    • Unsafe Sex Practices
    • Sexual Risk Assessment
    • STI Prevention Counseling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7251: High risk heterosexual behavior

    Also known as:

    • Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) Screening
    • Health Screening
    • STD screening
    • Sexual health check
    • Venereal disease test

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z113: Encounter for screening for infections with a predominantly sexual mode of transmission

    Also known as:

    • Negative Pregnancy Test Result
    • Pregnancy Test
    • No pregnancy detected
    • Negative HCG test
    • Not pregnant result

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z3202: Encounter for pregnancy test, result negative

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Menopause
    • Climacteric
    • The Change of Life
    • Postmenopause

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N951: Menopausal and female climacteric states

    Also known as:

    • Acute Vaginal Inflammation
    • Vaginitis
    • Acute Vaginitis
    • Sudden Vaginal Infection
    • Vaginal Irritation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N760: Acute vaginitis

    Also known as:

    • Loss of Cervix and Uterus
    • Hysterectomy
    • Uterus and Cervix Removal
    • Missing Uterus and Cervix

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z90710: Acquired absence of both cervix and uterus

    Also known as:

    • Adult BMI 28.0-28.9
    • Body Weight
    • Overweight BMI
    • Adult pre-obesity BMI
    • Higher than normal BMI

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z6828: Body mass index [BMI] 28.0-28.9, adult

    Also known as:

    • Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
    • Post-Treatment Check-up
    • Aftercare Visit
    • Recovery Monitoring Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm

    Also known as:

    • Cervical Cancer Screening
    • HPV and Pap Test Results
    • Pap Test
    • HPV Test
    • Cervical Smear
    • Early Cervical Cancer Detection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z124: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of cervix

    What procedures does Dr. Ringhoffer perform?

    As a Gynecologist, Dr. Ringhoffer 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. Ringhoffer. 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:

    • Laparoscopic Vaginal Hysterectomy with Ovaries/Tubes Removed
    • Total Abdominal Hysterectomy
    • Laparoscopic Vaginal Hysterectomy with Tube/Ovary Removal
    • Hysterectomy
    • Laparoscopy
    • Laparoscopic Assisted Vaginal Hysterectomy (LAVH)
    • Minimally Invasive Hysterectomy with Adnexectomy
    • Total Laparoscopic Hysterectomy with Oophorectomy
    • Keyhole Hysterectomy with Salpingo-Oophorectomy
    • Abdominal Uterus Removal
    • Open Hysterectomy
    • Uterus and Cervix Removal
    • Ovary and Tube Removal with Hysterectomy
    • Minimally Invasive Hysterectomy
    • Keyhole Hysterectomy

    CPT Codes:

    • 58552: Laparoscopy, surgical, with vaginal hysterectomy, for uterus 250 g or less; with removal of tube(s) and/or ovary(s)
    • 58150: Total abdominal hysterectomy (corpus and cervix), with or without removal of tube(s), with or without removal of ovary(s);
    • 58554: Laparoscopy, surgical, with vaginal hysterectomy, for uterus greater than 250 g; with removal of tube(s) and/or ovary(s)

    Also known as:

    • Endocervical Curettage
    • Cervical Scraping
    • Uterine Neck Biopsy
    • Endocervical Sampling

    CPT Codes:

    • 57505: Endocervical curettage (not done as part of a dilation and curettage)

    Also known as:

    • Dilation and Curettage (D&C)
    • D&C
    • Uterine Scraping
    • Uterine Dilation and Curettage

    CPT Codes:

    • 58120: Dilation and curettage, diagnostic and/or therapeutic (nonobstetrical)

    Also known as:

    • Cervical Biopsy or Lesion Removal
    • Cervix Tissue Sample
    • Cervical Lesion Excision
    • Cervical Fulguration
    • Cervix Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 57500: Biopsy of cervix, single or multiple, or local excision of lesion, with or without fulguration (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Diagnostic Hysteroscopy
    • Hysteroscopy
    • Uterine Scope
    • Hysteroscopic Exam
    • Diagnostic Uterus Scope

    CPT Codes:

    • 58555: Hysteroscopy, diagnostic (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • IUD Removal
    • Birth Control
    • Intrauterine device removal
    • Take out IUD
    • Remove birth control device
    • IUD explant

    CPT Codes:

    • 58301: Removal of intrauterine device (IUD)

    Also known as:

    • Bladder Prolapse Repair (Anterior Colporrhaphy)
    • Cystocele Repair
    • Urethrocele Repair
    • Vaginal Wall Repair for Prolapse

    CPT Codes:

    • 57240: Anterior colporrhaphy, repair of cystocele with or without repair of urethrocele, including cystourethroscopy, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Laparoscopic Ovarian and/or Fallopian Tube Removal
    • Laparoscopic Oophorectomy
    • Laparoscopic Salpingectomy
    • Minimally Invasive Adnexal Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 58661: Laparoscopy, surgical; with removal of adnexal structures (partial or total oophorectomy and/or salpingectomy)

    Also known as:

    • Vulva or Perineal Abscess Drainage
    • Incision and Drainage of Vulvar Abscess
    • Perineal Abscess I&D
    • Genital Abscess Drainage

    CPT Codes:

    • 56405: Incision and drainage of vulva or perineal abscess

    Also known as:

    • Fetal Non-Stress Test
    • Nonstress Test
    • Nonstress Test (NST)
    • Fetal Heart Rate Monitoring
    • NST for Pregnancy
    • Baby Heartbeat Test

    CPT Codes:

    • 59025: Fetal non-stress test

    Also known as:

    • Comprehensive Prenatal Care (7+ Visits)
    • Prenatal Care
    • Antepartum Care
    • Pregnancy Check-ups
    • Maternity Care
    • Obstetric Visits

    CPT Codes:

    • 59426: Antepartum care only; 7 or more visits

    Does Dr. Ringhoffer accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ringhoffer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (251) 344-3233 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ringhoffer accept in Mobile, AL?

    Dr. Ringhoffer in Mobile, 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 and Blue Shield of Alabama

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

    • Viva Health

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    Where is Dr. Ringhoffer's office located?

    Dr. Carolyn Ringhoffer's Primary Practice

    3715 Dauphin St Ste 2A

    Mobile, AL 36608

    (251) 344-3233

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

    Dr. Ringhoffer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1093736332.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ringhoffer?

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

    What is Dr. Carolyn Ringhoffer's specialty?

    Dr. Ringhoffer is a Gynecologist near Mobile, AL. A physician specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of patients with gynecologic conditions is dedicated to addressing a wide range of female reproductive health issues. Contact Dr. Ringhoffer to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Carolyn Ringhoffer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Ringhoffer is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Springhill Medical Center, Atrium Health Floyd Cherokee Medical Center, Thomas 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 Carolyn Ringhoffer accepting new patients in Mobile, AL?

    Yes, Dr. Carolyn Ringhoffer is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Carolyn Ringhoffer offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ringhoffer's office at (251) 344-3233 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Carolyn Ringhoffer?

    Please contact Dr. Ringhoffer's office at (251) 344-3233 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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