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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Townes, Endocrinologist in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Janelle Townes, MD is an Endocrinologist, who primarily practices in Birmingham, AL with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Townes is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Townes’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Townes’s office at (205) 838-3156.
What languages does Dr. Townes speak?
Dr. Townes and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Endocrinologist like Dr. Townes typically treat?
As an Endocrinologist, Dr. Townes 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. Townes. 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
- E118: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with unspecified complications
- E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
What procedures does an Endocrinologist like Dr. Townes typically perform?
As an Endocrinologist, procedures performed by Dr. Janelle Townes may include:
- Adrenal Surgery
- Comparative Genomic Hybridization
- D and C / Vacuum Aspiration
- Diabetes Blood Sugar Management
- Diabetes Care - Kidney Disease Monitoring
- Diabetes Consultation
- Doppler Ultrasound
- Egg Freezing/ Fertility Preservation
Please contact Dr. Townes' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Townes accept my insurance?
Dr. Townes accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 838-3156 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Townes accept in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Townes in Birmingham, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
Physicians Mutual Insurance Company
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Townes' office located?
Dr. Janelle Townes' Primary Practice
50 Medical Park Dr E Ste 158
Birmingham, AL 35235
(205) 838-3156
What is Dr. Townes's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Townes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1801076500.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Townes?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Townes
What is Dr. Janelle Townes's specialty?
Dr. Townes is a Endocrinologist near Birmingham, AL.
What does an Endocrinologist do?
An internist specializing in disorders of the endocrine glands, including the thyroid and adrenal glands. This specialist also manages a range of conditions such as diabetes, metabolic and nutritional disorders, obesity, pituitary disorders, and menstrual and sexual health issues.
Is this Dr. Janelle Townes affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Townes 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 Endocrinologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Janelle Townes accepting new patients in Birmingham, AL?
Yes, Dr. Janelle Townes is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Janelle Townes offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Townes's office at (205) 838-3156 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Janelle Townes?
Please contact Dr. Townes's office at (205) 838-3156 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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