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Who is Dr. Dewitt, Surgeon in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Andrew Dewitt, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Birmingham, AL with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Dewitt graduated from University of Alabama School of Medicine and completed his residency at Carraway Methodist Medical Center Academic Affairs. Dr. Dewitt is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dewitt’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dewitt’s office at (205) 502-4400.
Where did Dr. Dewitt go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Carraway Methodist Medical Center Academic Affairs | Central Iowa Health System (Iowa Methodist Medical Center) Program
Medical School: University of Alabama School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Dewitt speak?
Dr. Dewitt and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Dewitt treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Dewitt 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. Dewitt. 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:
- Severe Obesity
- Obesity
- Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- Class 3 Obesity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
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:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Foot
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Foot Wound
- Foot Sore from Diabetes
- Diabetic Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Severe Malnutrition
- Malnutrition
- Severe Protein-Energy Malnutrition
- Starvation
- Kwashiorkor
- Marasmus
ICD-10 Codes:
- E43: Unspecified severe protein-calorie malnutrition
Also known as:
- Malabsorption After Surgery
- After Surgery
- Malabsorption Syndromes
- Postoperative Malabsorption
- Nutrient Absorption Issues After Surgery
- Surgical Malabsorption
ICD-10 Codes:
- K912: Postsurgical malabsorption, not elsewhere classified
What procedures does Dr. Dewitt perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Dewitt performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Dewitt. 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:
- Wound Debridement
- Skin and Tissue Debridement
- Surgical Wound Cleaning
- Tissue Removal from Wound
- Dead Tissue Removal
- Wound Cleaning
- Surgical Debridement
- Subcutaneous Tissue Debridement
CPT Codes:
- 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
- 11045: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); each additional 20 sq cm, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Bone Debridement (Cleaning of Bone Wound)
- Bone Wound Cleaning
- Surgical Bone Debridement
- Dead Bone Removal
- Wound Cleaning with Bone Involvement
CPT Codes:
- 11044: Debridement, bone (includes epidermis, dermis, subcutaneous tissue, muscle and/or fascia, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
Also known as:
- Diagnostic Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
- EGD with Biopsy
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy
- Upper GI Endoscopy
- Stomach Scope with Sample
CPT Codes:
- 43235: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
- Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
- Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
- Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy
Does Dr. Dewitt accept my insurance?
Dr. Dewitt accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 502-4400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Dewitt accept in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Dewitt 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
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
HealthComp
Humana
Medicare
State of Tennessee
Viva Health
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Where is Dr. Dewitt's office located?
Dr. Andrew Dewitt's Primary Practice
2660 10th Ave S Ste 222
Birmingham, AL 35205
(205) 502-4400
What is Dr. Dewitt's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Dewitt's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1396733275.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dewitt?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Dewitt
What is Dr. Andrew Dewitt's specialty?
Dr. Dewitt is a Surgeon near Birmingham, AL. General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery. Contact Dr. Dewitt to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Andrew Dewitt affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Dewitt is affiliated with East Alabama Medical Center, RMC Anniston, Ascension St. Vincent’s Birmingham, UAB Hospital, Baptist Hospital - Pensacola 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
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Is Andrew Dewitt accepting new patients in Birmingham, AL?
Yes, Dr. Andrew Dewitt is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Andrew Dewitt offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Dewitt's office at (205) 502-4400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Andrew Dewitt?
Please contact Dr. Dewitt's office at (205) 502-4400 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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