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19 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Russell, Pediatrician in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Gretel Russell, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Birmingham, AL. She has been practicing for over 19 years and is board certified. Dr. Russell completed her residency at Children's Hospital Medical Center. Dr. Russell is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Russell’s office at (205) 870-1273.
Where did Dr. Russell go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Children's Hospital Medical Center
Is Dr. Russell board certified as a Pediatrician?
Yes, Dr. Gretel Russell, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Russell speak?
Dr. Russell and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Russell typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Russell 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. Russell. 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:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Depression Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Blood and Immune System Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- Blood Disorder Check
- Immune System Check-up
- Hematologic Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z130: Encounter for screening for diseases of the blood and blood-forming organs and certain disorders involving the immune mechanism
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:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Russell typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Russell 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. Russell. 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:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Does Dr. Russell accept my insurance?
Dr. Russell accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 870-1273 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Russell accept in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Russell in Birmingham, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Public Education Employee Health Plan
State of Alabama
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Russell's office located?
Dr. Gretel Russell's Primary Practice
3401 Independence Dr
Birmingham, AL 35209
(205) 870-1273
What hospitals are Dr. Russell affiliated with?
Dr. Russell has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Childrens Of Alabama,Birmingham, AL
Childrens Of Alabama,Birmingham, AL
What is Dr. Russell's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Russell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1013989201.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Russell?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Russell
What is Dr. Gretel Russell's specialty?
Dr. Russell is a Pediatrician near Birmingham, AL.
What does a Pediatrician do?
A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.
Is Dr. Gretel Russell affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Dr. Russell is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Childrens Of Alabama. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Dr. Gretel Russell accepting new patients in Birmingham, AL?
Yes, Dr. Gretel Russell is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gretel Russell offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Russell's office at (205) 870-1273 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Gretel Russell?
Please contact Dr. Russell's office at (205) 870-1273 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Russell's office located?
Dr. Russell's office is located in Birmingham, AL.
Which board certifications does Dr. Gretel Russell have?
Dr. Gretel Russell is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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