Who is Dr. Sullivan, Internist in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. James Sullivan, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Birmingham, AL. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Sullivan graduated from University of Alabama Birmingham and completed his residency at Carraway Meth. Dr. Sullivan is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sullivan’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sullivan’s office at (205) 815-5000.
Where did Dr. Sullivan go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Carraway Meth
Medical School: University of Alabama Birmingham
Is Dr. Sullivan board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. James Sullivan, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Sullivan speak?
Dr. Sullivan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Sullivan treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Sullivan 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. Sullivan. 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:
- Opioid Dependence
- Opioids and Opioid Use Disorder (OUD)
- Prescription Drug Misuse
- Opioid addiction
- Opioid use disorder
- OUD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F1120: Opioid dependence, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Long-Term Opioid Pain Reliever Use
- Pain Relievers
- Chronic opioid therapy
- Ongoing narcotic pain medication
- Opioid analgesic use
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79891: Long term (current) use of opiate analgesic
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Chronic Low Back Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5459: Other low back pain
Also known as:
- COPD
- COPD Flare-Up
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Recurrent Depression
- Recurrent Major Depression in Remission
- Depression
- Chronic depression
- Repeated depressive episodes
- Clinical depression
- Chronic depression in remission
- Recurring depression recovery
- Depression well-managed
ICD-10 Codes:
- F339: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, unspecified
- F3340: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, in remission, unspecified
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- GAD
- Chronic Worry
- Excessive Worry Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F411: Generalized anxiety disorder
Also known as:
- Tobacco Use
- Smokeless Tobacco
- Smoking
- Smoking habit
- Nicotine use
- Tobacco dependency
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z720: Tobacco use
Also known as:
- Other Types of Insomnia
- Insomnia
- Atypical insomnia
- Uncommon insomnia
- Specific insomnia disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4709: Other insomnia
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Acid Reflux
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Other Hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
- Thyroid Gland Underactivity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E038: Other specified hypothyroidism
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:
- Migraine
- Migraine headache
- Severe headache
- Vascular headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- G43909: Migraine, unspecified, not intractable, without status migrainosus
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Chronic pain syndrome
- Chronic Pain
- Persistent pain syndrome
- Long-term pain condition
- Chronic widespread pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G894: Chronic pain syndrome
Which procedures does Dr. Sullivan perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. James Sullivan may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Sullivan's office.
Does Dr. Sullivan accept my insurance?
Dr. Sullivan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 815-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sullivan accept in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Sullivan 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Devoted Health
Express Scripts
Healthfirst
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
Viva Health
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Where is Dr. Sullivan's office located?
Dr. James Sullivan's Primary Practice
1160 Huffman Rd
Birmingham, AL 35215
(205) 815-5000
Ratings & Reviews
5.0
Overall rating
Based on 1 reviews
Office Experience
80% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern
Wait Times
60% of patients were satisfied with the wait time
Diagnosis
100% of patients were satisfied with the doctor's diagnosis and explanation of their condition
Patients give Dr. James Sullivan an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Sullivan has been rated and reviewed by 1 patient. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Sullivan, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
Read Patient ReviewsWhat is Dr. Sullivan's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sullivan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1588613020.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sullivan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sullivan
What is Dr. James Sullivan's specialty?
Dr. Sullivan is a Internist near Birmingham, AL.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. Sullivan to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. James Sullivan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Sullivan is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 James Sullivan accepting new patients in Birmingham, AL?
Yes, Dr. James Sullivan is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Sullivan offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sullivan's office at (205) 815-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Sullivan?
Please contact Dr. Sullivan's office at (205) 815-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. James Sullivan have?
Dr. James Sullivan is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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