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Dr. Jeffrey Clifton, MD

Birmingham, AL

27 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Clifton, Internist in Birmingham, AL?

    Dr. Jeffrey Clifton, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Birmingham, AL with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 27 years and is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Clifton graduated from University of Alabama Birmingham and completed his residency at Carraway Methodist Medical Center. Dr. Clifton is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Clifton’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Clifton’s office at (205) 595-5504.

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

    • Residency: Carraway Methodist Medical Center | University Of Tennessee

    • Medical School: University of Alabama Birmingham

    Is Dr. Clifton board certified in Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Jeffrey Clifton, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Clifton speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Clifton treat?

    As a Internist, Dr. Clifton 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. Clifton. 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:

    • Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Mixed hyperlipidemia
    • Combined hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Vitamin D Deficiency
    • Low Vitamin D Levels
    • Lack of Vitamin D
    • Hypovitaminosis D

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified

    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:

    • Fatigue
    • Tiredness
    • Lack of energy
    • Exhaustion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R5383: Other fatigue

    Also known as:

    • Enlarged Prostate
    • Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
    • Enlarged Prostate (Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia)
    • Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
    • BPH
    • Prostate Enlargement

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N400: Benign prostatic hyperplasia without lower urinary tract symptoms

    Also known as:

    • Obesity from Excess Calories
    • Severe Obesity
    • Obesity
    • Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
    • Body Weight
    • Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
    • Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
    • Diet-Related Obesity
    • Common Obesity
    • Nutritional Obesity
    • Morbid Obesity
    • Extreme Obesity
    • High Body Mass Index
    • Class 3 Obesity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E6609: Other obesity due to excess calories
    • Z684: Body mass index [BMI] 40 or greater, adult
    • E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories

    Also known as:

    • Overweight
    • Body Weight
    • High Body Mass Index
    • Excess Weight
    • Weight Management Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z6827: Body mass index [BMI] 27.0-27.9, adult
    • Z6826: Body mass index [BMI] 26.0-26.9, adult
    • Z6825: Body mass index [BMI] 25.0-25.9, adult
    • Z6829: Body mass index [BMI] 29.0-29.9, adult

    Also known as:

    • Anemia
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
    • Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease

    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:

    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Complications
    • Diabetes Related Health Problems
    • Advanced Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication

    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:

    • Adult BMI 28.0-28.9
    • Body Weight
    • Overweight BMI
    • Adult pre-obesity BMI
    • Higher than normal BMI

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z6828: Body mass index [BMI] 28.0-28.9, adult

    Which procedures does Dr. Clifton perform as a Internist?

    As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Jeffrey Clifton may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Clifton's office.

    Does Dr. Clifton accept my insurance?

    Dr. Clifton accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 595-5504 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Clifton accept in Birmingham, AL?

    Dr. Clifton 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 Nebraska

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • StableView Health

    • State of Tennessee

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    Where is Dr. Clifton's office located?

    Dr. Jeffrey Clifton's Primary Practice

    805 Saint Vincents Dr Ste 510

    Birmingham, AL 35205

    (205) 595-5504

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    Dr. Jeffrey Clifton's Practice 2

    3014 Allison Bonnett Memorial Dr Ste 144

    Hueytown, AL 35023

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

    Dr. Clifton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1821091141.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Clifton?

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

    What is Dr. Jeffrey Clifton's specialty?

    Dr. Clifton is a Internist near Birmingham, AL.

    A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

    Contact Dr. Clifton to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Jeffrey Clifton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Clifton is affiliated with Ascension St. Vincent’s Birmingham, UAB Hospital, Tanner Medical Center - Carrollton 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

    Where can I learn more about Internist?

    Explore Internist with 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 Jeffrey Clifton accepting new patients in Birmingham, AL?

    Yes, Dr. Jeffrey Clifton is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Jeffrey Clifton offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Clifton's office at (205) 595-5504 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Jeffrey Clifton?

    Please contact Dr. Clifton's office at (205) 595-5504 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Jeffrey Clifton have?

    Dr. Jeffrey Clifton is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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