EverydayHealthLogo
RB

Dr. Roman Brantley, MD

Nephrologist

Birmingham, AL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Brantley, Nephrologist in Birmingham, AL?

    Dr. Roman Brantley, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Birmingham, AL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Brantley is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Brantley’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Brantley’s office at (205) 226-5900.

    Is Dr. Brantley board certified as a Nephrologist?

    Yes, Dr. Roman Brantley, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Brantley speak?

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

    • Chinese
    • English

    What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Brantley typically treat?

    As a Nephrologist, Dr. Brantley 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. Brantley. 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:

    • End-Stage Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
    • Kidney Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure
    • ESRD
    • End-Stage Renal Failure
    • Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
    • Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 3b
    • Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 4
    • Severe Chronic Kidney Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N186: End stage renal disease
    • I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
    • N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
    • N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Low Sodium Levels
    • High Potassium
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Sodium
    • Potassium
    • Hyponatremia
    • Low Blood Sodium
    • Sodium Deficiency
    • Hyperkalemia
    • Excess Potassium

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
    • E875: Hyperkalemia

    Also known as:

    • Acute Metabolic Acidosis
    • Metabolic Disorder
    • Sudden Acidosis
    • Metabolic Acid Buildup

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E8721: Acute metabolic acidosis

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure with Tubule Damage
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Tubular Necrosis
    • ATN
    • Kidney Tubule Death

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N170: Acute kidney failure with tubular necrosis

    What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Brantley typically perform?

    As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Roman Brantley may include:

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

    Does Dr. Brantley accept my insurance?

    Dr. Brantley accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 226-5900 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Brantley accept in Birmingham, AL?

    Dr. Brantley in Birmingham, 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 Michigan

    • Cigna Group

    • Community Care Network

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Viva Health

    View All Insurances

    Where is Dr. Brantley's office located?

    Dr. Roman Brantley's Primary Practice

    2010 Brookwood Med Center Dr

    Birmingham, AL 35209

    (205) 226-5900

    Get Directions

    Dr. Roman Brantley's Practice 2

    120 Cahaba Valley Pkwy Ste 150

    Pelham, AL 35124

    Get Directions

    Dr. Roman Brantley's Practice 3

    1088 9th Ave SW Ste 108

    Bessemer, AL 35022

    Get Directions

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

    Dr. Brantley's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1356399950.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Brantley?

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

    What is Dr. Roman Brantley's specialty?

    Dr. Brantley is a Nephrologist near Birmingham, AL.

    What does a Nephrologist do?

    An internist who manages disorders related to the kidneys, including high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance, and dialysis for waste removal when kidney function is impaired. This specialist also collaborates with surgeons regarding kidney transplantation.

    Is Dr. Roman Brantley affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Brantley is affiliated with Brookwood Baptist Medical Center, Grandview Medical Center - Birmingham, Al, Uab Hospital, Ascension St. Vincent’s Birmingham, Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital - Atlanta which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 a Nephrologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Nephrologist. 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. Roman Brantley accepting new patients in Birmingham, AL?

    Yes, Dr. Roman Brantley is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Roman Brantley offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Brantley's office at (205) 226-5900 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Roman Brantley?

    Please contact Dr. Brantley's office at (205) 226-5900 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Brantley's office located?

    Dr. Brantley's offices are located in Birmingham, AL, Pelham, AL, and Bessemer, AL.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Roman Brantley have?

    Dr. Roman Brantley is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.