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Dr. Michael James Turner, MD

Calera, AL

35 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Turner, Internist in Calera, AL?

    Dr. Michael James Turner, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Calera, AL. He has been practicing for over 35 years and is board certified. Dr. Turner graduated from University of Alabama Birmingham and completed his residency at Medical College Of Ga Hospitals and Clinics. Dr. Turner is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Turner’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Turner’s office at (205) 668-0941.

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

    • Residency: Medical College Of Ga Hospitals and Clinics

    • Medical School: University of Alabama Birmingham

    Is Dr. Turner board certified as an Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Michael James Turner, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Turner speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Turner typically treat?

    As an Internist, Dr. Turner 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. Turner. 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:

    • Obesity from Excess Calories
    • Overweight
    • Severe Obesity
    • Obesity
    • Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
    • Body Weight
    • Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
    • Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
    • Diet-Related Obesity
    • Common Obesity
    • Nutritional Obesity
    • Excess Weight
    • High BMI (Overweight)
    • Pre-Obesity
    • Morbid Obesity
    • Extreme Obesity
    • Class 3 Obesity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E6609: Other obesity due to excess calories
    • E663: Overweight
    • E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories

    Also known as:

    • Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult Physical Exam with Issues
    • Routine Checkup with Concerns
    • General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings

    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:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
    • Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease

    What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Turner typically perform?

    As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Michael James Turner may include:

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

    Does Dr. Turner accept my insurance?

    Dr. Turner accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 668-0941 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Turner accept in Calera, AL?

    Dr. Turner in Calera, 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

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Devoted Health

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Alabama

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Viva Health

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    Where is Dr. Turner's office located?

    Dr. Michael James Turner's Primary Practice

    11206 Highway 25

    Calera, AL 35040

    (205) 668-0941

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    What hospitals are Dr. Turner affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Turner has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

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

    Dr. Turner's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1700856770.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Turner?

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

    What is Dr. Michael James Turner's specialty?

    Dr. Turner is an Internist near Calera, 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 Dr. Michael James Turner affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Turner is affiliated with Uab Hospital, Ascension St. Vincent’s Birmingham, Brookwood Baptist 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Internist. 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. Michael James Turner accepting new patients in Calera, AL?

    Yes, Dr. Michael James Turner is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Michael James Turner offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Turner's office at (205) 668-0941 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Michael James Turner?

    Please contact Dr. Turner's office at (205) 668-0941 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Turner's office located?

    Dr. Turner's office is located in Calera, AL.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Michael James Turner have?

    Dr. Michael James Turner is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.