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Dr. Thomas Kaleekal, MD
Birmingham, AL
34 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kaleekal, Critical Care Internist in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Thomas Kaleekal, MD is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in Birmingham, AL with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 34 years and is board certified. Dr. Kaleekal graduated from Butler University in Indianapolis. Dr. Kaleekal is fluent in English, Burmese, Hindi, Malayalam, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kaleekal’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kaleekal’s office.
Where did Dr. Kaleekal go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Butler University in Indianapolis
Is Dr. Kaleekal board certified as a Critical Care Internist?
Yes, Dr. Thomas Kaleekal, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Kaleekal speak?
Dr. Kaleekal and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Burmese
English
Hindi
Malayalam
Spanish
What conditions does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Kaleekal typically treat?
As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Kaleekal 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. Kaleekal. 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:
- Lung Transplant
- Lung Transplantation
- Pulmonary Transplant
- Lung Graft
- New Lung
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z942: Lung transplant status
Also known as:
- Interstitial Lung Disease
- ILD
- Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
What procedures does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Kaleekal typically perform?
As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Kaleekal 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. Kaleekal. 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:
- Bronchoscopy with Lung Wash (BAL)
- Bronchoscopy with Airway Dilation or Fracture Repair
- Bronchoscopy with Foreign Body Removal
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Bronchial lavage
- BAL procedure
- Lung washing
- Flexible bronchoscopy
- Tracheal Dilation Bronchoscopy
- Bronchial Fracture Reduction
- Airway Widening Bronchoscopy
- Lung Scope to Remove Object
- Airway Foreign Body Extraction
- Flexible Bronchoscopy for Object
CPT Codes:
- 31624: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with bronchial alveolar lavage
- 31630: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with tracheal/bronchial dilation or closed reduction of fracture
- 31635: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with removal of foreign body
Also known as:
- Lung Biopsy with Bronchoscopy
- Lung Biopsy During Bronchoscopy (Additional Lobe)
- Biopsy
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Transbronchial Biopsy
- Bronchoscopic Lung Biopsy
- Lung Tissue Sample via Scope
- Bronchoscopic Lung Tissue Sample
- Lung Biopsy via Scope
CPT Codes:
- 31628: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with transbronchial lung biopsy(s), single lobe
- 31632: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with transbronchial lung biopsy(s), each additional lobe (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Extracorporeal Photopheresis
- ECP Treatment
- Photopheresis Therapy
- Blood Light Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 36522: Photopheresis, extracorporeal
Does Dr. Kaleekal accept my insurance?
Dr. Kaleekal accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kaleekal accept in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Kaleekal 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 Blue Shield of Alabama
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
State of Alabama
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
Viva Health
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Where is Dr. Kaleekal's office located?
What is Dr. Kaleekal's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kaleekal's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1699765420.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kaleekal?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kaleekal
What is Dr. Thomas Kaleekal's specialty?
Dr. Kaleekal is a Critical Care Internist near Birmingham, AL.
What does a Critical Care Internist do?
An internist specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and support of patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may hold administrative responsibilities within intensive care units and plays a key role in facilitating and coordinating patient care among primary physicians, critical care staff, and other specialists.
Is this Dr. Thomas Kaleekal affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kaleekal is affiliated with Uab 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 a Critical Care Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Thomas Kaleekal accepting new patients in Birmingham, AL?
Yes, Dr. Thomas Kaleekal is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Thomas Kaleekal offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kaleekal's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Thomas Kaleekal?
Please contact Dr. Kaleekal's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Thomas Kaleekal have?
Dr. Thomas Kaleekal is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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