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Who is Dr. Turner, Pediatric Pulmonologist in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Kenneth Turner, MD is a Pediatric Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Birmingham, AL. Dr. Turner is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Turner’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Turner’s office at (205) 638-9583.
What languages does Dr. Turner speak?
Dr. Turner and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Turner treat?
As a Pediatric Pulmonologist, Dr. Turner 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. Turner. 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:
- Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia (BPD)
- Other Chronic Newborn Lung Disease
- Bronchial Disorder
- Uncommon Infant and Newborn Problems
- Lung Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease of Infancy
- BPD in Newborns
- Baby Lung Development Disorder
- Other Perinatal Chronic Respiratory Diseases
- Long-term Lung Problems in Babies
- Persistent Newborn Breathing Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- P271: Bronchopulmonary dysplasia originating in the perinatal period
- P278: Other chronic respiratory diseases originating in the perinatal period
Also known as:
- Moderate Persistent Asthma
- Mild Persistent Asthma
- Moderate Persistent Asthma with Flare-up
- Asthma
- Ongoing Moderate Asthma
- Regular Moderate Asthma
- Chronic Moderate Asthma
- Ongoing Mild Asthma
- Regular Mild Asthma
- Chronic Mild Asthma
- Moderate Asthma Exacerbation
- Worsening Moderate Asthma
- Acute Asthma Attack
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated
- J4530: Mild persistent asthma, uncomplicated
- J4541: Moderate persistent asthma with (acute) exacerbation
- J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Oropharyngeal Dysphagia
- Swallowing Disorder
- Difficulty Swallowing in Throat
- Trouble Starting to Swallow
- Throat Swallowing Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1312: Dysphagia, oropharyngeal phase
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic Cough
- Cough
- Persistent cough
- Long-lasting cough
- Ongoing cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R053: Chronic cough
Also known as:
- Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Long-term lung failure with low oxygen
- Chronic hypoxic respiratory failure
- Ongoing breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9611: Chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
What procedures does Dr. Turner perform?
As a Pediatric Pulmonologist, Dr. Turner 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. Turner. 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:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Also known as:
- Swallowing Function Test
- Swallowing Study (Videofluoroscopy)
- Dysphagia Tests
- Dysphagia Evaluation
- Oral Swallowing Assessment
- Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
- Swallowing Study
- Videofluoroscopic Swallowing Study (VFSS)
- Modified Barium Swallow (MBS)
CPT Codes:
- 92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function
- 92611: Motion fluoroscopic evaluation of swallowing function by cine or video recording
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:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Also known as:
- Bronchoscopy with Lung Wash (BAL)
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Bronchial lavage
- BAL procedure
- Lung washing
- Flexible bronchoscopy
CPT Codes:
- 31624: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with bronchial alveolar lavage
Does Dr. Turner accept my insurance?
Dr. Turner accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 638-9583 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Turner accept in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Turner 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 and Blue Shield of Alabama
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Hawaii (HMSA)
Cigna
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Public Education Employee Health Plan
State of Alabama
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Turner's office located?
Dr. Kenneth Turner's Primary Practice
1600 7th Ave S # 620
Birmingham, AL 35233
(205) 638-9583
What is Dr. Turner's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Turner's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1427376649.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Turner?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Turner
What is Dr. Kenneth Turner's specialty?
Dr. Turner is a Pediatric Pulmonologist near Birmingham, AL. A pediatrician dedicated to preventing and treating respiratory diseases in infants, children, and young adults. This specialist possesses in-depth knowledge of lung growth and development, assesses respiratory function in young patients, and is experienced in various invasive and noninvasive diagnostic techniques. Contact Dr. Turner to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Kenneth Turner affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Turner is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Childrens Of Alabama. 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 Kenneth Turner accepting new patients in Birmingham, AL?
Yes, Dr. Kenneth Turner is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kenneth Turner offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Turner's office at (205) 638-9583 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kenneth Turner?
Please contact Dr. Turner's office at (205) 638-9583 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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