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Who is Dr. Bridges, Pediatric Rheumatologist in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. John Michael Bridges, MD is a Pediatric Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in Birmingham, AL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Bridges is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bridges’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bridges’s office at (205) 638-6466.
What languages does Dr. Bridges speak?
Dr. Bridges and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Bridges treat?
As a Pediatric Rheumatologist, Dr. Bridges 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. Bridges. 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:
- Juvenile Arthritis
- Pauciarticular Juvenile Arthritis
- Juvenile idiopathic arthritis
- Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA)
- JIA
- Childhood arthritis
- Juvenile rheumatoid arthritis
- Oligoarticular JIA
- Few-joint juvenile arthritis
- Childhood oligoarthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M0880: Other juvenile arthritis, unspecified site
- M0840: Pauciarticular juvenile rheumatoid arthritis, unspecified site
- M0820: Juvenile rheumatoid arthritis with systemic onset, unspecified site
- M083: Juvenile rheumatoid polyarthritis (seronegative)
Also known as:
- Lupus
- Lupus kidney disease
- Other Lupus Condition
- Kidney Disease
- Systemic lupus erythematosus
- SLE
- Disseminated lupus erythematosus
- Lupus nephritis
- Kidney inflammation from lupus
- Glomerulonephritis in SLE
- Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
- Different Types of Lupus
- Atypical Lupus
ICD-10 Codes:
- M329: Systemic lupus erythematosus, unspecified
- M3214: Glomerular disease in systemic lupus erythematosus
- M328: Other forms of systemic lupus erythematosus
Also known as:
- Joint Pain
- Joint Disorder
- Pain
- Arthralgia
- Aching joints
- Sore joints
ICD-10 Codes:
- M2550: Pain in unspecified joint
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Immune System Markers
- Unusual immune findings
- Abnormal immunology results
- Abnormal serum immunology
ICD-10 Codes:
- R768: Other specified abnormal immunological findings in serum
Also known as:
- Juvenile Psoriatic Arthritis
- Psoriatic Arthritis
- Psoriasis
- Childhood psoriatic arthritis
- Psoriasis arthritis in kids
- Pediatric psoriatic joint disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- L4054: Psoriatic juvenile arthropathy
Also known as:
- Sjogren's Syndrome
- Sjögren syndrome
- Sjogren Syndrome
- Sjögren's Disease
- Autoimmune Dry Eye Syndrome
- Dry Mouth Syndrome
ICD-10 Codes:
- M3500: Sjogren syndrome, unspecified
Also known as:
- Iridocyclitis
- Eye Disease
- Inflammation of the iris and ciliary body
- Anterior uveitis
- Iritis and cyclitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- H209: Unspecified iridocyclitis
Also known as:
- Juvenile Dermatomyositis
- Myositis
- Childhood Dermatomyositis
- JDM
- Muscle and Skin Inflammation in Children
ICD-10 Codes:
- M3300: Juvenile dermatomyositis, organ involvement unspecified
Also known as:
- Pain in Right Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25561: Pain in right knee
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Bone Infection
- Osteomyelitis
- Infected bone
- Chronic bone infection
- Bone infection in multiple places
ICD-10 Codes:
- M8630: Chronic multifocal osteomyelitis, unspecified site
Also known as:
- Right Leg Pain
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Pain in right lower limb
- Right leg discomfort
- Aching right leg
ICD-10 Codes:
- M79604: Pain in right leg
Also known as:
- Ankylosing Spondylitis
- AS', 'Bechterew's Disease
- Inflammatory Spinal Arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M459: Ankylosing spondylitis of unspecified sites in spine
Which procedures does Dr. Bridges perform as a Pediatric Rheumatologist?
As a Pediatric Rheumatologist, procedures performed by Dr. John Michael Bridges may include:
- Abnormal ANA Testing
- Arthrocentesis
- Denosumab Injection
- Joint Aspiration
- Joint Injections
- Rheumatology Consultation
- Rheumatology Follow Up
- Viscosupplement Injections
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Bridges' office.
Does Dr. Bridges accept my insurance?
Dr. Bridges accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 638-6466 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bridges accept in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Bridges 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
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Hawaii (HMSA)
Crown Cork and Seal Company
Lowes
Public Education Employee Health Plan
State of Alabama
UnitedHealthcare
Viva Health
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Where is Dr. Bridges' office located?
Dr. John Michael Bridges' Primary Practice
1600 7th Ave S
Birmingham, AL 35233
(205) 638-6466
What is Dr. Bridges's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bridges's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1790170520.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bridges?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bridges
What is Dr. John Michael Bridges's specialty?
Dr. Bridges is a Pediatric Rheumatologist near Birmingham, AL. A pediatrician specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. A pediatric rheumatologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common athletic injuries, and collagen diseases. Contact Dr. Bridges to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. John Michael Bridges affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bridges 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 John Michael Bridges accepting new patients in Birmingham, AL?
Yes, Dr. John Michael Bridges is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. John Michael Bridges offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bridges's office at (205) 638-6466 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with John Michael Bridges?
Please contact Dr. Bridges's office at (205) 638-6466 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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