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17 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Penot, Internist in Decatur, AL?
Dr. Alexis Penot, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Decatur, AL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 17 years. Dr. Penot completed his residency at Va Commonwealth Univ Hlth Sys, Internal Medicine. Dr. Penot is fluent in English, French, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Penot’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Penot’s office at (256) 341-2332.
Where did Dr. Penot go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Va Commonwealth Univ Hlth Sys, Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Penot speak?
Dr. Penot and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Penot typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Penot 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. Penot. 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:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E118: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with unspecified complications
Also known as:
- Chronic pain syndrome
- Chronic Pain
- Persistent pain syndrome
- Long-term pain condition
- Chronic widespread pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G894: Chronic pain syndrome
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:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Penot typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Alexis Penot 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
Please contact Dr. Penot's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Penot accept my insurance?
Dr. Penot accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (256) 341-2332 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Penot accept in Decatur, AL?
Dr. Penot in Decatur, 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
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
State of Alabama
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Penot's office located?
What is Dr. Penot's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Penot's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1619952041.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Penot?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Penot
What is Dr. Alexis Penot's specialty?
Dr. Penot is a Internist near Decatur, AL.
What does an Internist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Alexis Penot affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Penot 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
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Is Alexis Penot accepting new patients in Decatur, AL?
Yes, Dr. Alexis Penot is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alexis Penot offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Penot's office at (256) 341-2332 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alexis Penot?
Please contact Dr. Penot's office at (256) 341-2332 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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