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29 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kivela, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Paul Kivela, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Birmingham, AL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified. Dr. Kivela completed his residency at La Co Harbor Ucla Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Kivela is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kivela’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kivela’s office at (205) 975-7387.
Where did Dr. Kivela go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: La Co Harbor Ucla Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine
Medical School: University Of Il Coll Of Med- Chicago Il
Is Dr. Kivela board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Paul Kivela, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Kivela speak?
Dr. Kivela and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kivela typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Kivela 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. Kivela. 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:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kivela typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Paul Kivela may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Kivela's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Kivela accept my insurance?
Dr. Kivela accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 975-7387 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kivela accept in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Kivela 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 Alabama
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
State of Alabama
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Kivela's office located?
What is Dr. Kivela's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kivela's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1669410247.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kivela?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kivela
What is Dr. Paul Kivela's specialty?
Dr. Kivela is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Birmingham, AL.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is this Dr. Paul Kivela affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kivela is affiliated with Paris Regional Health, Uab Hospital, Ascension Seton Medical Center - Austin, Tx, Grandview Medical Center - Birmingham, Al, Ascension St. Vincent’s Birmingham 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Paul Kivela accepting new patients in Birmingham, AL?
Yes, Dr. Paul Kivela is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Paul Kivela offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kivela's office at (205) 975-7387 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Paul Kivela?
Please contact Dr. Kivela's office at (205) 975-7387 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Paul Kivela have?
Dr. Paul Kivela is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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