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Dr. Rick Harrelson, MD

Opp, AL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Harrelson, Family Medicine Specialist in Opp, AL?

    Dr. Rick Harrelson, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Opp, AL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Harrelson completed his residency at Univ Of So Al Hosps, Internal Medicine. Dr. Harrelson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Harrelson’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Harrelson’s office at (334) 347-3404.

    Where did Dr. Harrelson go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Univ Of So Al Hosps, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: University of South Al Coll of Med, Mobile Al

    Is Dr. Harrelson board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Rick Harrelson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Harrelson speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Harrelson typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Harrelson 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. Harrelson. 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:

    • Late-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
    • Alzheimer's Disease
    • Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
    • Sporadic Alzheimer's
    • Alzheimer's in Older Adults
    • AD
    • Alzheimer's Dementia
    • Memory Loss Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G301: Alzheimer's disease with late onset
    • G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    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:

    • Heart Failure
    • Congestive Heart Failure
    • CHF
    • Cardiac Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I509: Heart failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Harrelson typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Harrelson performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Harrelson. 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:

    • Individual Speech and Language Therapy
    • Speech-Language Pathology
    • Voice Therapy
    • Communication Disorder Treatment
    • Auditory Processing Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual

    Also known as:

    • Swallowing Therapy
    • Dysphagia Treatment
    • Feeding Therapy
    • Oral Function Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding

    Also known as:

    • Swallowing Function Test
    • Dysphagia Tests
    • Dysphagia Evaluation
    • Oral Swallowing Assessment
    • Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
    • Swallowing Study

    CPT Codes:

    • 92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function

    Also known as:

    • Comprehensive Speech and Language Evaluation
    • Speech sound evaluation
    • Language comprehension test
    • Articulation assessment
    • Speech therapy evaluation

    CPT Codes:

    • 92523: Evaluation of speech sound production (eg, articulation, phonological process, apraxia, dysarthria); with evaluation of language comprehension and expression (eg, receptive and expressive language)

    Does Dr. Harrelson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Harrelson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (334) 347-3404 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Harrelson accept in Opp, AL?

    Dr. Harrelson in Opp, 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

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Independent Living Systems

    • Medicare

    • State of Florida

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Harrelson's office located?

    Dr. Rick Harrelson's Primary Practice

    702 N Main St

    Opp, AL 36467

    (334) 347-3404

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    Dr. Rick Harrelson's Practice 2

    4300 W Main St Ste 15

    Dothan, AL 36305

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    Dr. Rick Harrelson's Practice 3

    849 S Three Notch St

    Andalusia, AL 36420

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

    Dr. Harrelson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1578512083.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Harrelson?

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

    What is Dr. Rick Harrelson's specialty?

    Dr. Harrelson is a Family Medicine Specialist near Opp, AL.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

    Is this Dr. Rick Harrelson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Harrelson is affiliated with Wiregrass Medical Center, Baptist Hospital - Pensacola 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 Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. 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 Rick Harrelson accepting new patients in Opp, AL?

    Yes, Dr. Rick Harrelson is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Rick Harrelson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Harrelson's office at (334) 347-3404 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Rick Harrelson?

    Please contact Dr. Harrelson's office at (334) 347-3404 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Rick Harrelson have?

    Dr. Rick Harrelson is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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