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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gurley, Anesthesiologist in Hoover, AL?
Dr. William Gurley, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Hoover, AL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Gurley graduated from Vanderbilt University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Of Al Hosp, Anesthesiology; Univ Of Al Hosp, General Surgery. Dr. Gurley is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gurley’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gurley’s office at (205) 297-9411.
Where did Dr. Gurley go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Al Hosp, Anesthesiology; Univ Of Al Hosp, General Surgery
Medical School: Vanderbilt University School of Medicine | Vanderbilt University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Gurley board certified as an Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. William Gurley, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Gurley speak?
Dr. Gurley and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Gurley typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Gurley 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. Gurley. 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:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
- Cervical Radiculopathy
- Neck Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
- H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
Also known as:
- Acute pain after medical procedure
- Pain
- Acute post-operative pain
- Pain after surgery
- Post-procedural pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spondylosis
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Tailbone Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Coccyx Disorder
- Sacrococcygeal Pain
- Tailbone Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M533: Sacrococcygeal disorders, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Lower Back Disc Degeneration
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
- Worn Lumbar Discs
- Lumbar Disc Wear and Tear
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5136: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbar region
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Gurley typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Gurley 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. Gurley. 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:
- Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
- Shoulder Nerve Injection
- Arm Pain Injection
- Imaging-Guided Nerve Block
CPT Codes:
- 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed
Also known as:
- Peripheral Nerve Block
- Femoral Nerve Block Injection
- Suprascapular Nerve Block
- Nerve injection
- Pain relief injection
- Steroid injection for nerve pain
- Femoral nerve injection
- Thigh nerve block
- Pain relief injection for thigh
- Nerve block with imaging guidance
- Shoulder Nerve Injection
- Suprascapular Nerve Injection
- Pain Relief Injection for Shoulder Nerve
- Shoulder Pain Nerve Block
CPT Codes:
- 64450: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; other peripheral nerve or branch
- 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
- 64418: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; suprascapular nerve
Also known as:
- Sciatic Nerve Pain Injection
- Sciatic Nerve Block
- Sciatica Injection
- Steroid Injection for Sciatica
- Pain Relief for Sciatic Nerve
CPT Codes:
- 64445: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; sciatic nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
Does Dr. Gurley accept my insurance?
Dr. Gurley accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 297-9411 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gurley accept in Hoover, AL?
Dr. Gurley in Hoover, 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
Cigna Group
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
State of Alabama
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
Viva Health
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Where is Dr. Gurley's office located?
Dr. William Gurley's Primary Practice
4511 Southlake Pkwy
Hoover, AL 35244
(205) 297-9411
What is Dr. Gurley's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gurley's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1881639078.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gurley?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gurley
What is Dr. William Gurley's specialty?
Dr. Gurley is a Anesthesiologist near Hoover, AL.
What does an Anesthesiologist do?
A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.
Is this Dr. William Gurley affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gurley 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 William Gurley accepting new patients in Hoover, AL?
Yes, Dr. William Gurley is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. William Gurley offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gurley's office at (205) 297-9411 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with William Gurley?
Please contact Dr. Gurley's office at (205) 297-9411 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. William Gurley have?
Dr. William Gurley is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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