Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Colon, Cardiologist in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Percy Colon, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Birmingham, AL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Colon completed his residency at Alton Ochsner Med Fndn, Cardiovascular Diseases; Alton Ochsner Med Fndn, Internal Medicine. Dr. Colon is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Colon’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Colon’s office at (205) 510-5000.
Where did Dr. Colon go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Alton Ochsner Med Fndn, Cardiovascular Diseases; Alton Ochsner Med Fndn, Internal Medicine
Medical School: La State Univ Sch of Med In New Orleans, New Orleans La
What languages does Dr. Colon speak?
Dr. Colon and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Colon treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Colon 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. Colon. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Fast Heartbeat
- Heart Palpitations
- Arrhythmia
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
- R002: Palpitations
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
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:
- Enlarged Heart
- Other Heart Disease
- Heart Disease
- Cardiomegaly
- Big heart
- Heart enlargement
- Unspecified Heart Condition
- Atypical Heart Problem
- Rare Heart Condition
ICD-10 Codes:
- I517: Cardiomegaly
- I5189: Other ill-defined heart diseases
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
- Precordial pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
- R072: Precordial pain
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Leaky Mitral Valve
- Narrowed Aortic Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Mitral Valve Insufficiency
- Mitral Regurgitation
- Aortic Valve Stenosis
- Tight Aortic Valve
ICD-10 Codes:
- I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
- I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Long-term Systolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFrEF
- Ongoing Pumping Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5022: Chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- Other Soft Tissue Disorder
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Muscle Disorder
- Muscle and connective tissue problems
- Uncommon soft tissue conditions
- Various soft tissue ailments
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7989: Other specified soft tissue disorders
Also known as:
- Mini-Stroke
- Stroke
- Transient Ischemic Attack
- TIA
- Warning Stroke
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z8673: Personal history of transient ischemic attack (TIA), and cerebral infarction without residual deficits
Which procedures does Dr. Colon perform as a Cardiologist?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Percy Colon may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Colon's office.
Does Dr. Colon accept my insurance?
Dr. Colon accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 510-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Colon accept in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Colon 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 Michigan
Carefirst BlueCross BlueShield
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
State of Alabama
Viva Health
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Where is Dr. Colon's office located?
Dr. Percy Colon's Primary Practice
3980 Colonnade Pkwy
Birmingham, AL 35243
(205) 510-5000
What is Dr. Colon's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Colon's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1346239027.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Colon?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Colon
What is Dr. Percy Colon's specialty?
Dr. Colon is a Cardiologist near Birmingham, AL. An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias. Contact Dr. Colon to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Percy Colon affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Colon is affiliated with Brookwood Baptist Medical Center 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
Where can I learn more about Cardiologist?
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Is Percy Colon accepting new patients in Birmingham, AL?
Yes, Dr. Percy Colon is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Percy Colon offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Colon's office at (205) 510-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Percy Colon?
Please contact Dr. Colon's office at (205) 510-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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