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34 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. O'shields, Internist in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Hugh O'shields, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Birmingham, AL with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 34 years and is board certified. Dr. O'shields completed his residency at Baptist Health System. Dr. O'shields is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. O'shields’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. O'shields’s office at (205) 502-4100.
Where did Dr. O'shields go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Baptist Health System
Is Dr. O'shields board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Hugh O'shields, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. O'shields speak?
Dr. O'shields and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. O'shields typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. O'shields 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. O'shields. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
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 an Internist like Dr. O'shields typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Hugh O'shields 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
Please contact Dr. O'shields' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. O'shields accept my insurance?
Dr. O'shields accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 502-4100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. O'shields accept in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. O'shields 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
Christian Healthcare Ministries
Cigna Group
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Unknown
Viva Health
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Where is Dr. O'shields' office located?
Dr. Hugh O'shields' Primary Practice
3690 Grandview Pkwy
Birmingham, AL 35243
(205) 502-4100
What is Dr. O'shields's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. O'shields's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1669412466.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. O'shields?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. O'shields
What is Dr. Hugh O'shields's specialty?
Dr. O'shields is a Internist near Birmingham, AL.
What does an Internist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Hugh O'shields affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. O'shields is affiliated with Grandview Medical Center - Birmingham, Al 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Hugh O'shields accepting new patients in Birmingham, AL?
Yes, Dr. Hugh O'shields is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Hugh O'shields offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. O'shields's office at (205) 502-4100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Hugh O'shields?
Please contact Dr. O'shields's office at (205) 502-4100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Hugh O'shields have?
Dr. Hugh O'shields is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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