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Dr. Dale Stierwalt, MD

Family Medicine Specialist

Fort Payne, AL

33 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Stierwalt, Family Medicine Specialist in Fort Payne, AL?

    Dr. Dale Stierwalt, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Fort Payne, AL. He has been practicing for over 33 years. Dr. Stierwalt graduated from University of Alabama School of Medicine and completed his residency at Carraway Methodist Med Ctr, Family Medicine. Dr. Stierwalt is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Stierwalt’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Stierwalt’s office at (256) 845-1311.

    Where did Dr. Stierwalt go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Carraway Methodist Med Ctr, Family Medicine | Carraway Methodist Med Center | Central Iowa Health System (Iowa Methodist Medical Center) Program

    • Medical School: University of Alabama School of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Stierwalt speak?

    Dr. Stierwalt and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Stierwalt typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Stierwalt 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. Stierwalt. 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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia
    • Anemia
    • B Vitamins
    • Pernicious Anemia
    • B12 Anemia
    • Cobalamin Deficiency Anemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D510: Vitamin B12 deficiency anemia due to intrinsic factor deficiency

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Frontal Sinus Infection
    • Sinusitis
    • Acute frontal sinusitis
    • Short-term forehead sinus infection
    • Frontal sinus inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J0110: Acute frontal sinusitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Bronchitis
    • Chest cold
    • Short-term bronchitis
    • Acute chest infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Stierwalt typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Dale Stierwalt may include:

    Please contact Dr. Stierwalt's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Stierwalt accept my insurance?

    Dr. Stierwalt accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (256) 845-1311 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Stierwalt accept in Fort Payne, AL?

    Dr. Stierwalt in Fort Payne, 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 Alabama

    • Cigna Group

    • Continental Life Insurance

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • USAA

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    Where is Dr. Stierwalt's office located?

    Dr. Dale Stierwalt's Primary Practice

    1618 Gault Ave N

    Fort Payne, AL 35967

    (256) 845-1311

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    What is Dr. Stierwalt's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Stierwalt's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1144204843.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Stierwalt?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Stierwalt

    What is Dr. Dale Stierwalt's specialty?

    Dr. Stierwalt is a Family Medicine Specialist near Fort Payne, AL.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

    Is Dr. Dale Stierwalt affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Stierwalt is affiliated with Ascension St. Vincent’s Birmingham, Uab Hospital, Dekalb Regional Medical Center 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

    When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Dale Stierwalt accepting new patients in Fort Payne, AL?

    Yes, Dr. Dale Stierwalt is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Dale Stierwalt offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Stierwalt's office at (256) 845-1311 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Dale Stierwalt?

    Please contact Dr. Stierwalt's office at (256) 845-1311 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Stierwalt's office located?

    Dr. Stierwalt's office is located in Fort Payne, AL.