43 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Frey, Internist in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. James Frey, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Birmingham, AL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 43 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Frey graduated from University of Alabama School of Medicine and completed his residency at Baptist Hlth System Inc, Internal Medicine; Univ Tn Coll Med-Chattanooga, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Frey is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Frey’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Frey’s office at (205) 856-1901.
Where did Dr. Frey go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Baptist Hlth System Inc, Internal Medicine; Univ Tn Coll Med-Chattanooga, Flexible Or Transitional Year | Bapt Med Center | University of Tennessee Program
Medical School: University of Alabama School of Medicine
Is Dr. Frey board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. James Frey, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Frey speak?
Dr. Frey and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Frey treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Frey 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. Frey. 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:
- Age-Related Brain Degeneration
- Dementia
- Senile Dementia
- Brain Degeneration in Elderly
ICD-10 Codes:
- G311: Senile degeneration of brain, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Protein-Calorie Malnutrition
- Severe Malnutrition
- Malnutrition
- Protein-energy malnutrition
- General malnutrition
- Severe Protein-Energy Malnutrition
- Starvation
- Kwashiorkor
- Marasmus
ICD-10 Codes:
- E46: Unspecified protein-calorie malnutrition
- E43: Unspecified severe protein-calorie malnutrition
Also known as:
- COPD
- COPD Flare-Up
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
- Long-term Diastolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFpEF
- Ongoing Filling Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
- I5032: Chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- AD', 'Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Long-Term Effects of Ischemic Stroke
- Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
- Post-ischemic stroke complications
- Stroke after-effects
- Residual problems from brain infarction
- Ischemic stroke sequelae
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
- I6930: Unspecified sequelae of cerebral infarction
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
- Pulmonary cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified bronchus or lung
Also known as:
- Brain Blood Vessel Disease
- Brain Disease
- Cerebrovascular Disorder
- Brain Circulation Problem
- Brain Vascular Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I679: Cerebrovascular disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Colon cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of colon
ICD-10 Codes:
- C189: Malignant neoplasm of colon, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pancreatic Cancer
- Pancreas Cancer
- Malignant Pancreatic Tumor
- Pancreatic Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C259: Malignant neoplasm of pancreas, unspecified
Also known as:
- Liver Cancer
- Childhood Liver Cancer
- Hepatic Cancer
- Hepatocellular Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C220: Liver cell carcinoma
Also known as:
- Cirrhosis
- Liver scarring
- End-stage liver disease
- Chronic liver failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7460: Unspecified cirrhosis of liver
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Breast Cancer
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50919: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of unspecified female breast
Which procedures does Dr. Frey perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. James Frey may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Frey's office.
Does Dr. Frey accept my insurance?
Dr. Frey accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 856-1901 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Frey accept in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Frey 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 and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Healthfirst
Medicare
State of Alabama
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Frey's office located?
Dr. James Frey's Primary Practice
4704 Cahaba River Rd Ste A1
Birmingham, AL 35243
(205) 856-1901
What is Dr. Frey's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Frey's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1023009479.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Frey?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Frey
What is Dr. James Frey's specialty?
Dr. Frey is a Internist near Birmingham, AL.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. Frey to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. James Frey affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Frey is affiliated with Ascension St. Vincent’s Birmingham 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 Internist?
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Is James Frey accepting new patients in Birmingham, AL?
Yes, Dr. James Frey is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Frey offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Frey's office at (205) 856-1901 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Frey?
Please contact Dr. Frey's office at (205) 856-1901 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. James Frey have?
Dr. James Frey is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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