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Dr. George Petty, MD

Tuscaloosa, AL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Petty, Adult Medicine Specialist in Tuscaloosa, AL?

    Dr. George Petty, MD is an Adult Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Tuscaloosa, AL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Petty is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Petty’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Petty’s office at (205) 270-9467.

    What languages does Dr. Petty speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Adult Medicine Specialist like Dr. Petty typically treat?

    As an Adult Medicine Specialist, Dr. Petty 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. Petty. 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:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Neck Muscle Strain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Sprains and Strains
    • Pulled neck muscle
    • Cervical strain
    • Neck soft tissue strain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S161XXA: Strain of muscle, fascia and tendon at neck level, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Depression
    • Clinical depression
    • Major depressive disorder
    • Mood disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F32A: Depression, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    What procedures does an Adult Medicine Specialist like Dr. Petty typically perform?

    As an Adult Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. George Petty may include:

    Please contact Dr. Petty's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Petty accept my insurance?

    Dr. Petty accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 270-9467 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Petty accept in Tuscaloosa, AL?

    Dr. Petty in Tuscaloosa, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama

    • Cigna Group

    • Community Care Network

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • New Era Life Insurance

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Viva Health

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    Where is Dr. Petty's office located?

    Dr. George Petty's Primary Practice

    1601 University Blvd E

    Tuscaloosa, AL 35404

    (205) 270-9467

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    Dr. George Petty's Practice 2

    1116 Mitt Lary Rd

    Northport, AL 35475

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    Dr. George Petty's Practice 3

    850 Peter Bryce Blvd

    Tuscaloosa, AL 35401

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    What hospitals are Dr. Petty affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Petty has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Dch Regional Medical Center,Tuscaloosa, AL
    Northport Medical Center,Northport, AL
    Marion Regional Health - Winfield, Inc.,Winfield, AL
    Ascension St. Vincents East,Birmingham, AL

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

    Dr. Petty's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1831536333.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Petty?

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

    What is Dr. George Petty's specialty?

    What does an Adult Medicine Specialist do?

    The NUCC advises against using this code and suggests selecting a more suitable one.

    Is Dr. George Petty affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Petty 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

    When to see an Adult Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Adult Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. George Petty accepting new patients in Tuscaloosa, AL?

    Yes, Dr. George Petty is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. George Petty offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Petty's office at (205) 270-9467 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. George Petty?

    Please contact Dr. Petty's office at (205) 270-9467 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Petty's office located?

    Dr. Petty's offices are located in Tuscaloosa, AL and Northport, AL.