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Who is Dr. Spiegel, Internist in Homewood, AL?
Dr. William Spiegel, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Homewood, AL. He is board certified. Dr. Spiegel graduated from Mercer University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Carraway Methodist Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Spiegel is fluent in English, French, German, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Spiegel’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Spiegel’s office at (205) 380-8820.
Where did Dr. Spiegel go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Carraway Methodist Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Central Iowa Health System (Iowa Methodist Medical Center) Program
Medical School: Mercer University School of Medicine | Mercer University School of Medicine | Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine
Is Dr. Spiegel board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. William Spiegel, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Spiegel speak?
Dr. Spiegel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
German
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Spiegel typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Spiegel 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. Spiegel. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Respiratory Failure
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute Respiratory Failure
- Lung failure
- Breathing failure
- Respiratory insufficiency
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden lung failure
- Acute breathing failure
- Rapid onset respiratory failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9690: Respiratory failure, unspecified, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
Also known as:
- Age-Related Brain Degeneration
- Dementia
- Senile Dementia
- Brain Degeneration in Elderly
ICD-10 Codes:
- G311: Senile degeneration of brain, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Protein-Calorie Malnutrition
- Malnutrition
- Protein-energy malnutrition
- General malnutrition
ICD-10 Codes:
- E46: Unspecified protein-calorie malnutrition
Also known as:
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- AD
- Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
- Pulmonary cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified bronchus or lung
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Spiegel typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. William Spiegel 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
Please contact Dr. Spiegel's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Spiegel accept my insurance?
Dr. Spiegel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 380-8820 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Spiegel accept in Homewood, AL?
Dr. Spiegel in Homewood, 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 Blue Shield of Alabama
Cigna Group
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
State of Alabama
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Spiegel's office located?
Dr. William Spiegel's Primary Practice
2910 Crescent Ave Ste 100
Homewood, AL 35209
(205) 380-8820
What is Dr. Spiegel's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Spiegel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1679523955.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Spiegel?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Spiegel
What is Dr. William Spiegel's specialty?
Dr. Spiegel is a Internist near Homewood, AL.
What does an Internist do?
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.
Is this Dr. William Spiegel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Spiegel is affiliated with Ascension St. Vincent’s Birmingham, Brookwood Baptist Medical Center, Grandview Medical Center - Birmingham, Al, Uab Hospital 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is William Spiegel accepting new patients in Homewood, AL?
Yes, Dr. William Spiegel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. William Spiegel offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Spiegel's office at (205) 380-8820 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with William Spiegel?
Please contact Dr. Spiegel's office at (205) 380-8820 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. William Spiegel have?
Dr. William Spiegel is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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