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Dr. Kenneth Collins, MD

Athens, AL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Collins, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Athens, AL?

    Dr. Kenneth Collins, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Athens, AL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Collins completed his residency at University Of Al School Of Med. Dr. Collins is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Collins’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Collins’s office at (256) 233-9292.

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

    • Residency: University Of Al School Of Med

    Is Dr. Collins board certified in Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Kenneth Collins, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Collins speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Collins treat?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Collins 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. Collins. 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:

    • Widespread Abdominal Pain
    • Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
    • Right Lower Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • Pelvic Pain
    • General stomach pain
    • Overall belly pain
    • Diffuse abdominal pain
    • Epigastric pain
    • Pain below breastbone
    • Upper stomach pain
    • Pain in lower right belly
    • RLQ pain
    • Right-sided lower abdominal discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
    • R1013: Epigastric pain
    • R1031: Right lower quadrant pain

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Acute pain from injury
    • Pain
    • Traumatic pain
    • Injury pain
    • Sudden pain from trauma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8911: Acute pain due to trauma

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Loss of strength
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    Also known as:

    • Changes in Mental State
    • Mental Disorder
    • Confusion
    • Disorientation
    • Changes in awareness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal EKG
    • Heart Health Tests
    • Irregular Electrocardiogram
    • Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
    • ECG Abnormalities

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]

    Also known as:

    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Dehydration
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Lack of Fluids
    • Fluid Loss
    • Body Water Depletion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E860: Dehydration

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Precordial pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R072: Precordial pain

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sinusitis
    • Sinus Infection
    • Rhinosinusitis
    • Acute Sinus Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J0190: Acute sinusitis, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Collins perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Kenneth Collins may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Collins' office.

    Does Dr. Collins accept my insurance?

    Dr. Collins accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (256) 233-9292 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Collins accept in Athens, AL?

    Dr. Collins in Athens, 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 Alabama

    • Centene

    • Cigna

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Collins' office located?

    Dr. Kenneth Collins' Primary Practice

    700 W Market St

    Athens, AL 35611

    (256) 233-9292

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    Dr. Kenneth Collins' Practice 2

    1300 S Montgomery Ave

    Sheffield, AL 35660

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    Dr. Kenneth Collins' Practice 3

    101 Sivley Rd SW

    Huntsville, AL 35801

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

    Dr. Collins's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1487649497.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Collins?

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

    What is Dr. Kenneth Collins's specialty?

    Dr. Collins is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Athens, AL. An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries. Contact Dr. Collins to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Kenneth Collins affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Collins is affiliated with Huntsville Hospital, Crestwood Medical Center, Maury Regional Medical Center, UAB Hospital, Ascension Saint Thomas Hospital West 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?

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    Is Kenneth Collins accepting new patients in Athens, AL?

    Yes, Dr. Kenneth Collins is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kenneth Collins offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Collins's office at (256) 233-9292 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Kenneth Collins?

    Please contact Dr. Collins's office at (256) 233-9292 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Kenneth Collins have?

    Dr. Kenneth Collins is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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