Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Fonseca, Surgical Oncologist in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Annabelle Fonseca, MD is a Surgical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Birmingham, AL with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Fonseca is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fonseca’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fonseca’s office at (205) 934-9999.
What languages does Dr. Fonseca speak?
Dr. Fonseca and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
What conditions does Dr. Fonseca treat?
As a Surgical Oncologist, Dr. Fonseca 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. Fonseca. 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:
- Pancreatic Cyst
- Other Specific Pancreatic Disease
- Pancreatic Disease
- Cyst on Pancreas
- Pancreatic Pseudocyst
- Fluid Sac on Pancreas
- Miscellaneous Pancreas Disorders
- Named Pancreatic Conditions
- Other Defined Pancreas Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- K862: Cyst of pancreas
- K8689: Other specified diseases of pancreas
Also known as:
- Pancreatic Cancer
- Pancreas Cancer
- Malignant Pancreatic Tumor
- Pancreatic Carcinoma
- Cancer of the pancreas
- Malignant neoplasm of pancreas
- Pancreatic adenocarcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C259: Malignant neoplasm of pancreas, unspecified
- C250: Malignant neoplasm of head of pancreas
Also known as:
- Stomach Cancer
- Gastric Cancer
- Malignant Neoplasm of Stomach
- Stomach Tumor
- Stomach Carcinoma
- Cardia Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C169: Malignant neoplasm of stomach, unspecified
- C160: Malignant neoplasm of cardia
Also known as:
- Bile Duct Cancer
- Liver Cancer
- Cholangiocarcinoma
- Intrahepatic cholangiocarcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C221: Intrahepatic bile duct carcinoma
Also known as:
- Neuroendocrine Tumor
- Other non-cancerous neuroendocrine Tumor
- Cancer
- Endocrine Disease
- Benign Tumor
- Malignant NET
- Neuroendocrine Cancer
- NET Cancer
- Other benign neuroendocrine growths
- Various non-cancerous hormone-producing tumors
ICD-10 Codes:
- C7A8: Other malignant neuroendocrine tumors
- D3A8: Other benign neuroendocrine tumors
Also known as:
- Organ or Space Infection After Surgery
- After Surgery
- Wounds and Injuries
- Internal organ infection post-op
- Surgical space infection
- Deep body infection after operation
ICD-10 Codes:
- T8143XD: Infection following a procedure, organ and space surgical site, subsequent encounter
Also known as:
- Acute Pancreatitis
- Pancreatitis
- Sudden Pancreas Inflammation
- Acute Pancreas Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8590: Acute pancreatitis without necrosis or infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Enlarged Liver
- Liver Disease
- Hepatomegaly
- Swollen liver
- Liver enlargement
ICD-10 Codes:
- R160: Hepatomegaly, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Gallbladder Cancer
- Gallbladder Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Gallbladder Carcinoma
- Malignant Gallbladder Tumor
- Biliary Tract Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C23: Malignant neoplasm of gallbladder
Also known as:
- Cancer Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Cancer
- Post-cancer surgery care
- Oncology aftercare
- Cancer recovery follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z483: Aftercare following surgery for neoplasm
Also known as:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Colon cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of colon
ICD-10 Codes:
- C189: Malignant neoplasm of colon, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cancer Spread to Liver and Bile Duct
- Liver Cancer
- Metastatic Liver Cancer
- Secondary Liver Tumor
- Liver Metastasis
ICD-10 Codes:
- C787: Secondary malignant neoplasm of liver and intrahepatic bile duct
Also known as:
- Nutrition Counseling
- Nutrition
- Dietary advice
- Nutritional guidance
- Healthy eating counseling
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z713: Dietary counseling and surveillance
Which procedures does Dr. Fonseca perform as a Surgical Oncologist?
As a Surgical Oncologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Annabelle Fonseca may include:
- 3D Conformal Radiotherapy
- Adaptive Radiation Therapy (ART)
- Adrenalectomy
- Blood Thinning Therapy / Anticoagulation
- Blood Transfusion Consultation
- Blood Transfusion Follow Up
- Bone Excision
- Bone Grafting
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Fonseca's office.
Does Dr. Fonseca accept my insurance?
Dr. Fonseca accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 934-9999 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Fonseca accept in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Fonseca 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
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
State of Alabama
UnitedHealthcare
Viva Health
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Where is Dr. Fonseca's office located?
Dr. Annabelle Fonseca's Primary Practice
2000 6th Ave S
Birmingham, AL 35233
(205) 934-9999
What is Dr. Fonseca's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Fonseca's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1073765269.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fonseca?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fonseca
What is Dr. Annabelle Fonseca's specialty?
Dr. Fonseca is a Surgical Oncologist near Birmingham, AL. 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. Contact Dr. Fonseca to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Annabelle Fonseca affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Fonseca is affiliated with Uab Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
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Is Annabelle Fonseca accepting new patients in Birmingham, AL?
Yes, Dr. Annabelle Fonseca is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Annabelle Fonseca offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Fonseca's office at (205) 934-9999 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Annabelle Fonseca?
Please contact Dr. Fonseca's office at (205) 934-9999 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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