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38 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Coffey, Internist in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. James Coffey, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Birmingham, AL. He has been practicing for over 38 years and is board certified. Dr. Coffey completed his residency at Howard Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Coffey is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Coffey’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Coffey’s office at (205) 279-2860.
Where did Dr. Coffey go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Howard Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine | Howard University Hospital
Medical School: Howard Univ Coll of Med, Washington Dc
What languages does Dr. Coffey speak?
Dr. Coffey and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Coffey treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Coffey 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. Coffey. 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:
- Other General Medical Examination
- Health Checkup
- General Health Checkup
- Comprehensive Medical Exam
- Miscellaneous Physical Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z008: Encounter for other general examination
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Severe Obesity
- Obesity
- Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- Class 3 Obesity
- Excess Weight
- Being Overweight
- High BMI
ICD-10 Codes:
- E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
- E669: Obesity, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Nerve Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetic Nerve Damage
- Diabetic Polyneuropathy
- Peripheral Neuropathy from Diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Nerve Problems
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1142: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic polyneuropathy
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Complete Tooth Loss
- Partial Tooth Loss
- Tooth Disorder
- Total tooth loss
- Full edentulism
- All teeth missing
- Missing Teeth
- Partial Edentulism
- Some Teeth Missing
ICD-10 Codes:
- K08109: Complete loss of teeth, unspecified cause, unspecified class
- K08409: Partial loss of teeth, unspecified cause, unspecified class
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Peripheral Artery Disease
- PVD
- PAD
- Poor Circulation in Legs
- Blocked Leg Arteries
ICD-10 Codes:
- I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative Joint Disease
- Wear-and-Tear Arthritis
- Joint Degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1990: Unspecified osteoarthritis, unspecified site
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
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:
- Long-Term Insulin Use
- Diabetes Medicines
- Chronic insulin therapy
- Ongoing insulin treatment
- Insulin for diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z794: Long term (current) use of insulin
Which procedures does Dr. Coffey perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. James Coffey 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. Coffey's office.
Does Dr. Coffey accept my insurance?
Dr. Coffey accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 279-2860 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Coffey accept in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Coffey in Birmingham, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Coffey's office located?
What is Dr. Coffey's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Coffey's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1528007986.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Coffey?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Coffey
What is Dr. James Coffey's specialty?
Dr. Coffey 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. Coffey to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. James Coffey affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Coffey 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 Coffey accepting new patients in Birmingham, AL?
Yes, Dr. James Coffey is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Coffey offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Coffey's office at (205) 279-2860 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Coffey?
Please contact Dr. Coffey's office at (205) 279-2860 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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