Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Saag, Infectious Disease Specialist in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Michael Saag, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Birmingham, AL with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Saag completed his residency at Univ Of Al Hosp, Infectious Diseases; Univ Of Al Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Saag is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Saag’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Saag’s office at (205) 934-6600.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Saag?
Dr. Michael Saag, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Infectious Disease Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Saag empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Clinical Trials, HIV/AIDS, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Birmingham/AL community, Dr. Saag is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Saag go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: University of Alabama at Birmingham
Residency: Univ Of Al Hosp, Infectious Diseases; Univ Of Al Hosp, Internal Medicine | University of Alabama Affiliated Hospitals
Medical School: University of Louisville Sch of Med, Louisville Ky
Is Dr. Saag board certified in Infectious Disease Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Michael Saag, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Internal Medicine since 1988
What languages does Dr. Saag speak?
Dr. Saag and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Saag treat?
As a Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Saag 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. Saag. 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:
- HIV
- Human Immunodeficiency Virus
- AIDS virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease
Also known as:
- Asymptomatic HIV Infection
- HIV
- HIV positive without symptoms
- Latent HIV infection
- HIV carrier
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z21: Asymptomatic human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] infection status
Also known as:
- Painful Urination
- Urine and Urination
- Dysuria
- Burning when peeing
- Stinging during urination
ICD-10 Codes:
- R300: Dysuria
Also known as:
- Opioid Use
- Pain Relievers
- Opioid consumption
- Taking opioids
- Opioid intake
ICD-10 Codes:
- F1190: Opioid use, unspecified, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Diarrhea
- Loose stools
- Runny poop
- Frequent bowel movements
ICD-10 Codes:
- R197: Diarrhea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) Screening
- Health Screening
- STD screening
- Sexual health check
- Venereal disease test
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z113: Encounter for screening for infections with a predominantly sexual mode of transmission
Also known as:
- Other Specific Abnormal Blood Chemistry Results
- Blood
- Specified Blood Chemistry Imbalance
- Unusual Blood Chemistry Findings
- Specific Blood Panel Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7989: Other specified abnormal findings of blood chemistry
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Chronic Pain Condition
- Chronic Pain
- Various chronic pain
- Unspecified long-term pain
- Persistent pain disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8929: Other chronic pain
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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
Which procedures does Dr. Saag perform as a Infectious Disease Specialist?
As a Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Michael Saag may include:
- Epidemiology Consultation
- Epidemiology Follow Up
- HIV / AIDS Consultation
- HIV / AIDS Follow Up
- Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccine
- Infection Follow Up
- Lumbar Puncture
- Pertussis Vaccine
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Saag's office.
Does Dr. Saag accept my insurance?
Dr. Saag accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 934-6600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Saag accept in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Saag 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
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
State of Alabama
UnitedHealthcare
Viva Health
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Where is Dr. Saag's office located?
What is Dr. Saag's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Saag's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1700809548.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Saag?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Saag
What is Dr. Michael Saag's specialty?
Dr. Saag is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Birmingham, AL.
An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.
Contact Dr. Saag to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Michael Saag affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Saag 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
Where can I learn more about Infectious Disease Specialist?
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Is Michael Saag accepting new patients in Birmingham, AL?
Yes, Dr. Michael Saag is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Saag offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Saag's office at (205) 934-6600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Saag?
Please contact Dr. Saag's office at (205) 934-6600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Michael Saag have?
Dr. Michael Saag is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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