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Who is Dr. Towery, Interventional Cardiologist in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. James Towery, MD is an Interventional Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Birmingham, AL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Towery completed his residency at Umc. Dr. Towery is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Towery’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Towery’s office at (205) 776-6330.
Where did Dr. Towery go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Umc
Medical School: University Of Ms Sch Of Medicine
Is Dr. Towery board certified in Interventional Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. James Towery, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Towery speak?
Dr. Towery and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Towery treat?
As a Interventional Cardiologist, Dr. Towery 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. Towery. 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:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Sick Sinus Syndrome
- Slow Heart Rate
- Fast Heartbeat
- Heart Palpitations
- Complete Heart Block
- Arrhythmia
- Sick sinus syndrome
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Sinus Node Dysfunction
- Bradycardia-Tachycardia Syndrome
- SSS
- Bradycardia
- Slow Pulse
- Low Heart Rate
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- Complete AV Block
- Third-Degree Heart Block
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- I495: Sick sinus syndrome
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- R001: Bradycardia, unspecified
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
- R002: Palpitations
- I442: Atrioventricular block, complete
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Ischemic Cardiomyopathy
- Cardiomyopathy
- Heart Muscle Disease from Blocked Arteries
- Ischemic Heart Muscle Weakness
- Heart Muscle Disease
- Enlarged Heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- I255: Ischemic cardiomyopathy
- I429: Cardiomyopathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Having a Pacemaker
- Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
- Heart pacemaker
- Artificial pacemaker
- Implanted heart device
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z950: Presence of cardiac pacemaker
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- Leaky Mitral Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Mitral Valve Insufficiency
- Mitral Regurgitation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Peripheral Artery Disease
- PVD
- PAD
- Poor Circulation in Legs
- Blocked Leg Arteries
ICD-10 Codes:
- I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
Which procedures does Dr. Towery perform as a Interventional Cardiologist?
As a Interventional Cardiologist, procedures performed by an Dr. James Towery may include:
- Balloon Angioplasty / Stent
- Cardiac Catheterization
- Carotid Endarterectomy
- Heart Valve Repair / Valvuloplasty
- Pacemaker Implant
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Towery's office.
Does Dr. Towery accept my insurance?
Dr. Towery accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 776-6330 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Towery accept in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Towery in Birmingham, 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
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
State of Alabama
UnitedHealthcare
Viva Health
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Where is Dr. Towery's office located?
Dr. James Towery's Primary Practice
100 Pilot Medical Dr Ste 300
Birmingham, AL 35235
(205) 776-6330
What is Dr. Towery's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Towery's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1497966287.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Towery?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Towery
What is Dr. James Towery's specialty?
Dr. Towery is a Interventional Cardiologist near Birmingham, AL. A branch of medicine within cardiology that employs advanced imaging and diagnostic techniques to assess blood flow and pressure in the coronary arteries and heart chambers. This specialty also utilizes technical procedures and medications to address abnormalities that affect cardiovascular function. Contact Dr. Towery to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. James Towery affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Towery is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Ascension St. Vincents East. 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
Where can I learn more about Interventional Cardiologist?
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Is James Towery accepting new patients in Birmingham, AL?
Yes, Dr. James Towery is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Towery offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Towery's office at (205) 776-6330 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Towery?
Please contact Dr. Towery's office at (205) 776-6330 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. James Towery have?
Dr. James Towery is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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