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20 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sultan, Thoracic Surgeon in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Parvez Sultan, MD is a Thoracic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Birmingham, AL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 20 years and is board certified by the American Board of Surgery and American Board of Thoracic Surgery. Dr. Sultan graduated from The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University and completed his residency at Univ Of Al Hosp, General Surgery; Univ Tx Med Sch At Houston, General Surgery. Dr. Sultan is fluent in English, Bengali, Creoles and pidgins, Hindi, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sultan’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sultan’s office at (205) 716-6900.
Where did Dr. Sultan go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Al Hosp, General Surgery; Univ Tx Med Sch At Houston, General Surgery | University of Alabama Hospital Program
Medical School: The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University
Is Dr. Sultan board certified in Thoracic Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Parvez Sultan, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery , American Board of Thoracic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Sultan speak?
Dr. Sultan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Bengali
Creoles and pidgins
English
Hindi
Urdu
What conditions does Dr. Sultan treat?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Sultan 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. Sultan. 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:
- Circulatory System Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Post-cardiac surgery care
- Vascular surgery aftercare
- Heart surgery recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48812: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the circulatory system
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:
- 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:
- Lung Cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
- Pulmonary cancer
- Left Lung Cancer
- Upper Lobe Lung Cancer
- Bronchial Cancer
- Right lower lobe lung cancer
- Right upper lobe lung cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified bronchus or lung
- C3412: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, left bronchus or lung
- C3431: Malignant neoplasm of lower lobe, right bronchus or lung
- C3411: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, right bronchus or lung
Also known as:
- Respiratory System Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Lung surgery aftercare
- Breathing system recovery
- Respiratory post-op care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48813: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the respiratory system
Also known as:
- Narrowed Aortic Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Aortic Valve Stenosis
- Tight Aortic Valve
ICD-10 Codes:
- I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
Also known as:
- Single Lung Nodule
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Lung Disease
- Lung Spot
- Pulmonary Nodule
- Spot on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
Also known as:
- Pleural Effusion
- Pleural Disorder
- Fluid in lungs
- Water on the lung
- Fluid around lungs
ICD-10 Codes:
- J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Carotid Artery Disease
- Carotid Stenosis
- Blocked Carotid Artery
- Neck Artery Disease
- Carotid Artery Narrowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6523: Occlusion and stenosis of bilateral carotid arteries
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Fluid Overload
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Excess Body Fluid
- Water Retention
ICD-10 Codes:
- E8779: Other fluid overload
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
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm
- Aortic Aneurysm
- Chest Aortic Aneurysm
- Bulging Thoracic Aorta
- Weakened Thoracic Aorta
ICD-10 Codes:
- I7120: Thoracic aortic aneurysm, without rupture, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Surgical Site Infection
- After Surgery
- Wounds and Injuries
- Non-specific surgical infection
- Other post-operative infection
- Unspecified surgical wound infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- T8149XA: Infection following a procedure, other surgical site, initial encounter
Which procedures does Dr. Sultan perform as a Thoracic Surgeon?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Parvez Sultan may include:
- Aortic Stent Grafts
- Arteriovenous Graft Placement
- Atherectomy
- Carotid Surgery
- Endovascular Aneurysm Repair (EVAR)
- Endovenous Laser Treatment of Varicose Veins
- Limb Salvage Surgery
- Mediastinal Adenopathy Surgery
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Sultan's office.
Does Dr. Sultan accept my insurance?
Dr. Sultan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 716-6900 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sultan accept in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Sultan 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
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
State of Alabama
UnitedHealthcare
Viva Health
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Where is Dr. Sultan's office located?
Dr. Parvez Sultan's Primary Practice
50 Medical Park Dr E Ste 310 Bldg 46
Birmingham, AL 35235
(205) 716-6900
What is Dr. Sultan's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sultan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1356381685.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sultan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sultan
What is Dr. Parvez Sultan's specialty?
Dr. Sultan is a Thoracic Surgeon near Birmingham, AL. A thoracic surgeon is a healthcare expert with specialization in the surgical, perioperative, and critical care of patients with conditions affecting the chest. Their expertise encompasses the surgical treatment of coronary artery disease, lung, esophageal, and chest wall cancers, tracheal abnormalities, and issues with the great vessels and heart valves. They also address congenital anomalies, mediastinal tumors, and diaphragm diseases. Additionally, thoracic surgeons manage airway issues and chest injuries as part of their medical specialty. Contact Dr. Sultan to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Parvez Sultan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sultan is affiliated with Ascension St. Vincent’s Birmingham 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 Parvez Sultan accepting new patients in Birmingham, AL?
Yes, Dr. Parvez Sultan is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Parvez Sultan offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sultan's office at (205) 716-6900 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Parvez Sultan?
Please contact Dr. Sultan's office at (205) 716-6900 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Parvez Sultan have?
Dr. Parvez Sultan is certified by the American Board of Surgery and American Board of Thoracic Surgery.
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