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Dr. April Ponder, MD

Family Medicine Specialist

Lincoln, AL

19 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ponder, Family Medicine Specialist in Lincoln, AL?

    Dr. April Ponder, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Lincoln, AL. She has been practicing for over 19 years and is board certified. Dr. Ponder completed her residency at Medical Center East, Family Medicine. Dr. Ponder is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ponder’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ponder’s office at (205) 763-1414.

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

    • Residency: Medical Center East, Family Medicine

    Is Dr. Ponder board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. April Ponder, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Ponder speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ponder typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Ponder 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. Ponder. 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:

    • Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult Physical Exam with Issues
    • Routine Checkup with Concerns
    • General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • General Disorder Screening
    • Health Screening
    • General Health Check
    • Disease Screening
    • Medical Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder

    Also known as:

    • Depression Screening
    • Depression
    • Health Screening
    • Depression Test
    • Mental Health Check for Depression
    • Mood Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression

    Also known as:

    • Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Mammography
    • Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Mammograms
    • Breast X-ray
    • Breast Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ponder typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. April Ponder may include:

    Please contact Dr. Ponder's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Ponder accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ponder accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 763-1414 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ponder accept in Lincoln, AL?

    Dr. Ponder in Lincoln, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Cigna Group

    • Medicare

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • Viva Health

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    Where is Dr. Ponder's office located?

    Dr. April Ponder's Primary Practice

    1100 Patton Chapel Rd

    Lincoln, AL 35096

    (205) 763-1414

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    What hospitals are Dr. Ponder affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Ponder has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Citizens Baptist Medical Center,Talladega, AL
    Ascension St. Vincents St. Clair,Pell City, AL
    Childrens Of Alabama,Birmingham, AL
    Gadsden Regional Medical Center,Gadsden, AL

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

    Dr. Ponder's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1699704197.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ponder?

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

    What is Dr. April Ponder's specialty?

    Dr. Ponder is a Family Medicine Specialist near Lincoln, AL.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

    Is Dr. April Ponder affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ponder is affiliated with Uab Hospital, Grandview Medical Center - Birmingham, Al which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. Explore 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 Dr. April Ponder accepting new patients in Lincoln, AL?

    Yes, Dr. April Ponder is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. April Ponder offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ponder's office at (205) 763-1414 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. April Ponder?

    Please contact Dr. Ponder's office at (205) 763-1414 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Ponder's office located?

    Dr. Ponder's office is located in Lincoln, AL.

    Which board certifications does Dr. April Ponder have?

    Dr. April Ponder is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.