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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Heath, Infectious Disease Specialist in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Sonya Heath, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Birmingham, AL with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Heath completed her residency at Univ Of Al Hosp, Infectious Diseases. Dr. Heath is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Heath’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Heath’s office at (205) 934-6600.
Where did Dr. Heath go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Al Hosp, Infectious Diseases
Medical School: VA Commonwealth University School Of Medicine
Is Dr. Heath board certified as an Infectious Disease Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Sonya Heath, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Heath speak?
Dr. Heath and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Heath typically treat?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Heath 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. Heath. 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:
- HIV
- Human Immunodeficiency Virus
- AIDS virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease
Also known as:
- Asymptomatic HIV Infection
- HIV
- HIV positive without symptoms
- Latent HIV infection
- HIV carrier
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z21: Asymptomatic human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] infection status
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Heath typically perform?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Sonya Heath may include:
- Epidemiology Consultation
- Epidemiology Follow Up
- HIV / AIDS Consultation
- HIV / AIDS Follow Up
- Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccine
- Infection Follow Up
- Lumbar Puncture
- Pertussis Vaccine
Please contact Dr. Heath's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Heath accept my insurance?
Dr. Heath accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 934-6600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Heath accept in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Heath in Birmingham, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
State of Alabama
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
Viva Health
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Where is Dr. Heath's office located?
Dr. Sonya Heath's Primary Practice
930 20th St S Ste 325
Birmingham, AL 35205
(205) 934-6600
What is Dr. Heath's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Heath's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1558390971.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Heath?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Heath
What is Dr. Sonya Heath's specialty?
Dr. Heath is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Birmingham, AL.
What does an Infectious Disease Specialist do?
An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.
Is this Dr. Sonya Heath affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Heath is affiliated with Uab Hospital 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
When to see an Infectious Disease Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Infectious Disease 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 Sonya Heath accepting new patients in Birmingham, AL?
Yes, Dr. Sonya Heath is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sonya Heath offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Heath's office at (205) 934-6600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sonya Heath?
Please contact Dr. Heath's office at (205) 934-6600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Sonya Heath have?
Dr. Sonya Heath is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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