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Dr. Reed Dimmitt, MD

Birmingham, AL

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    Who is Dr. Dimmitt, Pediatric Gastroenterologist in Birmingham, AL?

    Dr. Reed Dimmitt, MD is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Birmingham, AL. He is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Dimmitt completed his residency at Stanford Univ Hosp, Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine; Stanford Univ Hosp, Pediatrics. Dr. Dimmitt is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dimmitt’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dimmitt’s office at (205) 638-9918.

    Where did Dr. Dimmitt go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Stanford Univ Hosp, Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine; Stanford Univ Hosp, Pediatrics

    • Medical School: St Louis Univ Sch of Med, St Louis Mo

    Is Dr. Dimmitt board certified in Pediatric Gastroenterologist?

    Yes, Dr. Reed Dimmitt, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Dimmitt speak?

    Dr. Dimmitt and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Dimmitt treat?

    As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Dimmitt 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. Dimmitt. 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:

    • Chronic Idiopathic Constipation
    • Constipation
    • Functional Constipation
    • Unexplained Chronic Constipation
    • Long-Term Constipation
    • Difficulty Passing Stool
    • Infrequent Bowel Movements
    • Hard Stools

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5904: Chronic idiopathic constipation
    • K5909: Other constipation
    • K5900: Constipation, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Belly Button Pain
    • Widespread Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain
    • Pain around navel
    • Periumbilical discomfort
    • Umbilical pain
    • General stomach pain
    • Overall belly pain
    • Diffuse abdominal pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
    • R1033: Periumbilical pain
    • R1084: Generalized abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting
    • Throwing up
    • Emesis
    • Puking

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
    • R1110: Vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Pediatric Feeding Disorder
    • Long-term Child Feeding Problem
    • Chronic Infant Feeding Issue
    • Persistent Pediatric Eating Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R6332: Pediatric feeding disorder, chronic

    Also known as:

    • Indigestion
    • Gas in the Digestive Tract
    • Indigestion (Dyspepsia)
    • Dyspepsia
    • Upset Stomach
    • Stomach Discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K30: Functional dyspepsia

    Also known as:

    • Difficulty Swallowing
    • Throat and Esophagus Swallowing Difficulty
    • Oropharyngeal Dysphagia
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Dysphagia
    • Trouble swallowing
    • Painful swallowing
    • Pharyngoesophageal dysphagia
    • Trouble swallowing in throat
    • Esophageal swallowing problems
    • Difficulty Swallowing in Throat
    • Trouble Starting to Swallow
    • Throat Swallowing Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
    • R1314: Dysphagia, pharyngoesophageal phase
    • R1312: Dysphagia, oropharyngeal phase

    Also known as:

    • Mild Malnutrition
    • Moderate Malnutrition
    • Malnutrition
    • Mild Protein-Energy Malnutrition
    • Mild Nutritional Deficiency
    • Slight Underweight
    • Moderate Protein-Energy Malnutrition
    • Moderate Nutritional Deficiency
    • Moderate Underweight

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E441: Mild protein-calorie malnutrition
    • E440: Moderate protein-calorie malnutrition

    Also known as:

    • Eosinophilic Esophagitis
    • EoE
    • Allergic Esophagitis
    • Eosinophilic Inflammation of Esophagus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K200: Eosinophilic esophagitis

    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:

    • Diarrhea
    • Loose stools
    • Runny poop
    • Frequent bowel movements

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R197: Diarrhea, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Irritable Bowel Syndrome with Diarrhea
    • Irritable Bowel Syndrome
    • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
    • IBS-D
    • Diarrhea-Predominant IBS
    • Spastic Colon with Diarrhea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K580: Irritable bowel syndrome with diarrhea

    Also known as:

    • Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
    • Digestive Disease
    • Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
    • Non-Bacterial Colitis
    • Gut Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Dimmitt perform as a Pediatric Gastroenterologist?

    Does Dr. Dimmitt accept my insurance?

    Dr. Dimmitt accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 638-9918 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Dimmitt accept in Birmingham, AL?

    Dr. Dimmitt 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)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Medicare

    • State of Alabama

    • State of Georgia

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    Where is Dr. Dimmitt's office located?

    Dr. Reed Dimmitt's Primary Practice

    1600 7th Ave S

    Birmingham, AL 35233

    (205) 638-9918

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    What is Dr. Dimmitt's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Dimmitt's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1336180843.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dimmitt?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Dimmitt

    What is Dr. Reed Dimmitt's specialty?

    Dr. Dimmitt is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist near Birmingham, AL. A pediatrician specializing in diagnosing and treating digestive system diseases in infants, children, and adolescents. This expert manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice and is skilled in performing complex diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopic techniques to visualize internal organs. Contact Dr. Dimmitt to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Reed Dimmitt affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dimmitt is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Children's Hospital of Alabama. 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

    Where can I learn more about Pediatric Gastroenterologist?

    Explore Pediatric Gastroenterologist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Reed Dimmitt accepting new patients in Birmingham, AL?

    Yes, Dr. Reed Dimmitt is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Reed Dimmitt offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Dimmitt's office at (205) 638-9918 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Reed Dimmitt?

    Please contact Dr. Dimmitt's office at (205) 638-9918 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Reed Dimmitt have?

    Dr. Reed Dimmitt is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.

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