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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Powell, Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Kathlyn Powell is an Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon, who primarily practices in Birmingham, AL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Powell is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Powell’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Powell’s office at (205) 801-8000.
What languages does Dr. Powell speak?
Dr. Powell and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon like Dr. Powell typically treat?
As an Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon, Dr. Powell 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. Powell. 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:
- Impacted Teeth
- Other Tooth Problems
- Tooth Disorder
- Stuck teeth
- Unerupted teeth
- Teeth that won't come in
- Dental Issues
- Tooth Ailments
- Oral Health Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- K011: Impacted teeth
- K0889: Other specified disorders of teeth and supporting structures
Also known as:
- Tooth Decay
- Cavities
- Dental Caries
- Tooth Rot
ICD-10 Codes:
- K029: Dental caries, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cleft Palate with Unilateral Cleft Lip
- Cleft Lip and Palate
- Cleft Lip & Palate
- One-sided Cleft Lip and Palate
- Single Cleft Lip and Palate
- Unilateral Lip and Palate Cleft
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q379: Unspecified cleft palate with unilateral cleft lip
Also known as:
- Tooth Abscess
- Abscess
- Gum Disease
- Dental abscess
- Tooth infection
- Periapical infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- K047: Periapical abscess without sinus
Also known as:
- Unspecified Tooth or Gum Disorder
- Tooth Disorder
- General dental problem
- Oral health issue
- Dental condition
ICD-10 Codes:
- K089: Disorder of teeth and supporting structures, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pain
- Body ache
- Discomfort
- Soreness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R52: Pain, unspecified
What procedures does an Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon like Dr. Powell typically perform?
As an Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon, Dr. Powell 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. Powell. 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:
- Removal of Benign Jaw Tumor or Cyst
- Mandible Tumor Excision
- Jaw Cyst Removal
- Benign Jaw Lesion Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 21040: Excision of benign tumor or cyst of mandible, by enucleation and/or curettage
Also known as:
- Removal of Deep Surgical Implant
- Hardware Removal Surgery
- Buried Implant Extraction
- Orthopedic Implant Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20680: Removal of implant; deep (eg, buried wire, pin, screw, metal band, nail, rod or plate)
Also known as:
- Maxilla or Zygoma Tumor Removal
- Cheekbone Tumor Excision
- Upper Jaw Cyst Removal
- Facial Bone Tumor Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 21030: Excision of benign tumor or cyst of maxilla or zygoma by enucleation and curettage
Also known as:
- Inhalation Breathing Treatment
- Nebulizer Treatment
- Aerosol Treatment
- IPPB Treatment
- Airway Obstruction Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 94640: Pressurized or nonpressurized inhalation treatment for acute airway obstruction for therapeutic purposes and/or for diagnostic purposes such as sputum induction with an aerosol generator, nebulizer, metered dose inhaler or intermittent positive pressure breathing (IPPB) device
Also known as:
- Continuous Pulse Oximetry
- Pulse Oximetry
- Oxygen Saturation Monitoring
- Oximetry Test
- Blood Oxygen Level Check
CPT Codes:
- 94761: Noninvasive ear or pulse oximetry for oxygen saturation; multiple determinations (eg, during exercise)
Also known as:
- Removal of Growth Inside the Mouth with Simple Repair
- Oral Lesion Excision
- Mouth Vestibule Lesion Removal
- Buccal Mucosa Lesion Excision
CPT Codes:
- 40812: Excision of lesion of mucosa and submucosa, vestibule of mouth; with simple repair
Also known as:
- Drain Tooth or Gum Infection
- Dentoalveolar Abscess Drainage
- Oral Cyst Drainage
- Gum Hematoma Drainage
- Dental Abscess Drainage
CPT Codes:
- 41800: Drainage of abscess, cyst, hematoma from dentoalveolar structures
Does Dr. Powell accept my insurance?
Dr. Powell accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 801-8000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Powell accept in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Powell 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 Commercial
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Public Education Employee Health Plan
State of Alabama
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Powell's office located?
What is Dr. Powell's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Powell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1588899678.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Powell?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Powell
What is Dr. Kathlyn Powell's specialty?
Dr. Powell is a Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon near Birmingham, AL.
What does an Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon do?
Oral and maxillofacial surgeons are trained to diagnose and treat a wide range of diseases, injuries, and defects affecting the head, neck, face, jaws, and the hard and soft tissues of the oral and maxillofacial region. They are skilled in administering anesthesia and providing care in an office setting. These surgeons address issues such as wisdom tooth extractions, misaligned jaws, tumors and cysts of the jaw and mouth, as well as performing dental implant surgery.
Is this Dr. Kathlyn Powell affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Powell 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 Kathlyn Powell accepting new patients in Birmingham, AL?
Yes, Dr. Kathlyn Powell is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kathlyn Powell offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Powell's office at (205) 801-8000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kathlyn Powell?
Please contact Dr. Powell's office at (205) 801-8000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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