Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Cavender, Cardiologist in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. James Cavender, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Birmingham, AL with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Cavender completed his residency at Univ Of Al Hosp, Cardiovascular Diseases; Univ Of Al Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Cavender is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cavender’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cavender’s office at (205) 510-5000.
Where did Dr. Cavender go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Al Hosp, Cardiovascular Diseases; Univ Of Al Hosp, Internal Medicine
Is Dr. Cavender board certified in Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. James Cavender, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Cavender speak?
Dr. Cavender and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Cavender treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Cavender 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. Cavender. 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:
- Fast Heartbeat
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Premature Ventricular Contractions
- Right Bundle Branch Block
- Slow Heart Rate
- First-Degree Heart Block
- Arrhythmia
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- PVCs
- Ventricular Ectopic Beats
- Skipped Heartbeat (Ventricular)
- RBBB
- Right Heart Block
- Bradycardia
- Slow Pulse
- Low Heart Rate
- First-Degree AV Block
- Mild Heart Block
ICD-10 Codes:
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- I493: Ventricular premature depolarization
- I4510: Unspecified right bundle-branch block
- R001: Bradycardia, unspecified
- I440: Atrioventricular block, first degree
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Carotid Artery Disease
- Carotid Stenosis
- Blocked Carotid Artery
- Neck Artery Disease
- Carotid Artery Narrowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6523: Occlusion and stenosis of bilateral carotid arteries
Also known as:
- Peripheral Artery Disease
- PVD
- PAD
- Poor Circulation in Legs
- Blocked Leg Arteries
ICD-10 Codes:
- I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified
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:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
Also known as:
- Leaky Mitral Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Mitral Valve Insufficiency
- Mitral Regurgitation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
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
Which procedures does Dr. Cavender perform as a Cardiologist?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. James Cavender 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. Cavender's office.
Does Dr. Cavender accept my insurance?
Dr. Cavender 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. Cavender accept in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Cavender 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 Alabama
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Healthfirst
Humana
Medicare
State of Alabama
Viva Health
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Where is Dr. Cavender's office located?
Dr. James Cavender's Primary Practice
3980 Colonnade Pkwy
Birmingham, AL 35243
(205) 510-5000
What is Dr. Cavender's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Cavender's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1447249917.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cavender?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Cavender
What is Dr. James Cavender's specialty?
Dr. Cavender 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. Cavender to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. James Cavender affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Cavender 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 James Cavender accepting new patients in Birmingham, AL?
Yes, Dr. James Cavender is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Cavender offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cavender's office at (205) 510-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Cavender?
Please contact Dr. Cavender's office at (205) 510-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. James Cavender have?
Dr. James Cavender is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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