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Dr. Reed Dimmitt, MD
Birmingham, AL
Accepting patients
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. 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 as a 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
- Cyclic Vomiting Syndrome
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
- Throwing up
- Emesis
- Puking
- CVS
- Recurrent vomiting
- Periodic vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
- R1110: Vomiting, unspecified
- R1115: Cyclical vomiting syndrome unrelated to migraine
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:
- 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:
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Throat and Esophagus Swallowing Difficulty
- Swallowing Disorder
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Painful swallowing
- Pharyngoesophageal dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing in throat
- Esophageal swallowing problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
- R1314: Dysphagia, pharyngoesophageal phase
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
What procedures does Dr. Dimmitt perform?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Dimmitt performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed 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:
- Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Endoscopy
- EGD with Biopsy
- Gastroscopy with Biopsy
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 43239: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with biopsy, single or multiple
Also known as:
- Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Biopsy
- Large Intestine Scope
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
CPT Codes:
- 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
Also known as:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Also known as:
- Swallowing Study (Videofluoroscopy)
- Swallowing Function Test
- Dysphagia Tests
- Videofluoroscopic Swallowing Study (VFSS)
- Modified Barium Swallow (MBS)
- Dysphagia Evaluation
- Oral Swallowing Assessment
- Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
- Swallowing Study
CPT Codes:
- 92611: Motion fluoroscopic evaluation of swallowing function by cine or video recording
- 92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function
Also known as:
- Inhaler or Nebulizer Training
- Aerosol Device Instruction
- MDI Training
- Breathing Treatment Education
CPT Codes:
- 94664: Demonstration and/or evaluation of patient utilization of an aerosol generator, nebulizer, metered dose inhaler or IPPB device
Also known as:
- Liver Elastography
- Elastography
- FibroScan
- Liver stiffness test
- Shear wave elastography
CPT Codes:
- 91200: Liver elastography, mechanically induced shear wave (eg, vibration), without imaging, with interpretation and report
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)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Lowes
Medicare
State of Alabama
State of Georgia
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Where is Dr. Dimmitt's office located?
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?
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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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