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Who is Dr. Briggs, Pulmonologist in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Dick Briggs, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Birmingham, AL. He is board certified. Dr. Briggs is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Briggs’s office at (205) 934-6600.
Where did Dr. Briggs go to medical school and complete their residency?
Is Dr. Briggs board certified as a Pulmonologist?
Yes, Dr. Dick Briggs, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Briggs speak?
Dr. Briggs and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Briggs typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, conditions treated by Dr. Dick Briggs may include:
Please contact Dr. Briggs' office directly to confirm care for your specific condition, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Briggs typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Dick Briggs may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
Please contact Dr. Briggs' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Briggs accept my insurance?
Please contact Dr. Briggs' office to confirm accepted insurance plans.
Where is Dr. Briggs' office located?
What is Dr. Briggs's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Briggs's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1720024045.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Briggs?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Briggs
What is Dr. Dick Briggs's specialty?
Dr. Briggs is a Pulmonologist near Birmingham, AL.
What does a Pulmonologist do?
An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders.
Is this Dr. Dick Briggs affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Briggs is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
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Is Dick Briggs accepting new patients in Birmingham, AL?
Yes, Dr. Dick Briggs is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Dick Briggs offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Briggs's office at (205) 934-6600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dick Briggs?
Please contact Dr. Briggs's office at (205) 934-6600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Dick Briggs have?
Dr. Dick Briggs is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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