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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Schmalz, Neurosurgeon in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Philip Schmalz is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Birmingham, AL. He is board certified. Dr. Schmalz is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Schmalz’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Schmalz’s office at (205) 934-4011.
What languages does Dr. Schmalz speak?
Dr. Schmalz and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Schmalz treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Schmalz 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. Schmalz. 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:
- Brain Aneurysm
- Cerebral Aneurysm
- Brain Artery Bulge
- Intracranial Aneurysm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I671: Cerebral aneurysm, nonruptured
Also known as:
- Idiopathic intracranial hypertension
- Other Brain Disorder
- Brain Disorder
- Pressure on the Brain
- Brain Disease
- Pseudotumor cerebri
- IIH
- Benign intracranial hypertension
- Various Brain Conditions
- Uncommon Brain Problems
- Specified Brain Disease
- Brain Condition
- Brain Problem
- Unspecified Brain Disease
- Brain Compression
- Intracranial Pressure
- Brain Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- G932: Benign intracranial hypertension
- G9389: Other specified disorders of brain
- G939: Disorder of brain, unspecified
- G935: Compression of brain
Also known as:
- Hydrocephalus
- Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus
- Aqueductal Stenosis
- Water on the brain
- Brain fluid buildup
- Enlarged ventricles
- NPH
- Idiopathic Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus
- Sylvian Aqueduct Obstruction
- Congenital Aqueductal Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- G919: Hydrocephalus, unspecified
- G912: (Idiopathic) normal pressure hydrocephalus
- Q030: Malformations of aqueduct of Sylvius
Also known as:
- Benign Meningioma
- Benign Tumor
- Brain Disease
- Non-cancerous brain lining tumor
- Brain membrane tumor
- Cerebral meningeal tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D320: Benign neoplasm of cerebral meninges
Also known as:
- Benign Meningioma
- Benign Tumor
- Non-cancerous brain or spinal lining tumor
- Meningeal tumor
- Brain membrane tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D329: Benign neoplasm of meninges, unspecified
Also known as:
- Benign Cranial Nerve Tumor
- Benign Tumor
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Non-cancerous cranial nerve growth
- Benign cranial nerve neoplasm
ICD-10 Codes:
- D333: Benign neoplasm of cranial nerves
Also known as:
- Traumatic Subdural Brain Bleed
- Subdural Hematoma
- Head Bleed
- Brain Hemorrhage
- Head Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S065XAA: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness status unknown, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Cancer Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Cancer
- Post-cancer surgery care
- Oncology aftercare
- Cancer recovery follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z483: Aftercare following surgery for neoplasm
Also known as:
- Brain Growth of Unknown Type
- Brain Disease
- Brain tumor of unknown nature
- Brain lesion of unknown behavior
- Indeterminate brain mass
ICD-10 Codes:
- D496: Neoplasm of unspecified behavior of brain
Also known as:
- Pulsing Sound in Ears
- Tinnitus
- Pulsatile Tinnitus
- Throbbing in Ears
- Heartbeat Sound in Ears
ICD-10 Codes:
- H93A9: Pulsatile tinnitus, unspecified ear
Also known as:
- Hemorrhagic Stroke
- Brain Bleed
- Cerebral Hemorrhage
- Intracranial Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- I609: Nontraumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage, unspecified
Also known as:
- Moyamoya Disease
- Brain Malformations
- Genetic Brain Disorder
- Moyamoya disease
- Moyamoya Syndrome
- Progressive Cerebrovascular Occlusive Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I675: Moyamoya disease
Also known as:
- Carotid Artery Disease
- Carotid Artery Stenosis
- Narrowed Carotid Artery
- Carotid Artery Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6529: Occlusion and stenosis of unspecified carotid artery
Does Dr. Schmalz accept my insurance?
Dr. Schmalz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 934-4011 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Schmalz accept in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Schmalz 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)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
State of Alabama
UnitedHealthcare
Viva Health
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Where is Dr. Schmalz's office located?
What is Dr. Schmalz's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Schmalz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1255774899.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Schmalz?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Schmalz
What is Dr. Philip Schmalz's specialty?
Dr. Schmalz is a Neurosurgeon near Birmingham, AL. A neurological surgeon is responsible to provide the operative and non-operative management which includes prevention, diagnosis, evaluation, treatment, critical care, & rehabilitation of various disorders related to the central, peripheral, and autonomic nervous systems. This includes their supporting structures and vascular supply, the complete evaluation and treatment of pathological process which is known to modify function or activity of the nervous system, the operative & non-operative management of pain. A neurological surgeon has specialization in treating patients with disorders of the nervous system which includes conditions affecting the brain, meninges, skull, and their blood supply, such as the extracranial carotid and vertebral arteries. They also manage disorders related to the pituitary gland, spinal cord, meninges, and vertebral column, including those that may require spinal fusion or instrumentation. In addition to this, they treat conditions affecting the cranial and spinal nerves throughout their course in the body. Contact Dr. Schmalz to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Philip Schmalz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Schmalz 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
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Is Philip Schmalz accepting new patients in Birmingham, AL?
Yes, Dr. Philip Schmalz is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Philip Schmalz offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Schmalz's office at (205) 934-4011 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Philip Schmalz?
Please contact Dr. Schmalz's office at (205) 934-4011 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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