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41 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sharp, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Huntsville, AL?
Dr. Joe Sharp, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Huntsville, AL with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 41 years. Dr. Sharp completed his residency at Huntsville Hosp. Dr. Sharp is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sharp’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sharp’s office at (256) 265-9905.
Where did Dr. Sharp go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Huntsville Hosp
What languages does Dr. Sharp speak?
Dr. Sharp and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Sharp typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Sharp 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. Sharp. 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:
- Testicular Hypofunction
- Testicular Disorder
- Underactive Testicles
- Low Testicular Function
- Hypogonadism
ICD-10 Codes:
- E291: Testicular hypofunction
Also known as:
- Chronic Sinusitis
- Sinusitis
- Chronic sinus infection
- Long-term sinus problems
- Persistent sinus inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J329: Chronic sinusitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Suspected Exposure to Other Biological Agents Ruled Out
- Other biohazard exposure cleared
- No other biological agent exposure found
- Other bioweapon exposure ruled out
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z03818: Encounter for observation for suspected exposure to other biological agents ruled out
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Other General Symptoms
- Non-specific health complaints
- Various symptoms
- Unexplained health issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6889: Other general symptoms and signs
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Sharp typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Joe Sharp may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Sharp's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Sharp accept my insurance?
Dr. Sharp accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (256) 265-9905 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sharp accept in Huntsville, AL?
Dr. Sharp in Huntsville, 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
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Sharp's office located?
What is Dr. Sharp's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sharp's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1891781340.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sharp?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sharp
What is Dr. Joe Sharp's specialty?
Dr. Sharp is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Huntsville, AL.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Joe Sharp affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sharp is affiliated with Huntsville 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Joe Sharp accepting new patients in Huntsville, AL?
Yes, Dr. Joe Sharp is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joe Sharp offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sharp's office at (256) 265-9905 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joe Sharp?
Please contact Dr. Sharp's office at (256) 265-9905 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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