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Dr. Charles Lichty, MD

Dr. Charles Lichty, MD

Birmingham, AL

19 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Lichty, Internist in Birmingham, AL?

    Dr. Charles Lichty, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Birmingham, AL. He has been practicing for over 19 years and is board certified. Dr. Lichty graduated from Emory University and completed his residency at Carraway Methodist Medical Center. Dr. Lichty is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lichty’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lichty’s office at (205) 933-4417.

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

    • Residency: Carraway Methodist Medical Center

    • Medical School: Emory University

    What languages does Dr. Lichty speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Lichty treat?

    As a Internist, Dr. Lichty 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. Lichty. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Other Mental Health Screening
    • Depression Screening
    • Mental Health Screening
    • Depression
    • Health Screening
    • Behavioral Disorder Screening
    • Psychological Evaluation
    • Mental Wellness Check
    • Depression Test
    • Mental Health Check for Depression
    • Mood Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1339: Encounter for screening examination for other mental health and behavioral disorders
    • Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression

    Also known as:

    • Fatigue
    • Tiredness
    • Lack of energy
    • Exhaustion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R5383: Other fatigue

    Also known as:

    • Overweight
    • Healthy Weight
    • Body Weight
    • High Body Mass Index
    • Excess Weight
    • Weight Management Issues
    • Normal Weight
    • Body Mass Index
    • Optimal Weight

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z6827: Body mass index [BMI] 27.0-27.9, adult
    • Z6826: Body mass index [BMI] 26.0-26.9, adult
    • Z6825: Body mass index [BMI] 25.0-25.9, adult
    • Z6829: Body mass index [BMI] 29.0-29.9, adult
    • Z6824: Body mass index [BMI] 24.0-24.9, adult

    Also known as:

    • Routine Blood Pressure Check (Normal Findings)
    • Vital Signs
    • Normal BP reading
    • Blood pressure screening, all clear
    • Healthy blood pressure check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0130: Encounter for examination of blood pressure without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Hypercholesterolemia
    • High blood cholesterol
    • Elevated cholesterol

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Vitamin D Deficiency
    • Low Vitamin D Levels
    • Lack of Vitamin D
    • Hypovitaminosis D

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Prostate Cancer Screening
    • Prostate Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • PSA Test
    • Prostate Exam
    • Prostate Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z125: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of prostate

    Also known as:

    • Adult BMI 28.0-28.9
    • Body Weight
    • Overweight BMI
    • Adult pre-obesity BMI
    • Higher than normal BMI

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z6828: Body mass index [BMI] 28.0-28.9, adult

    Also known as:

    • Severe Obesity
    • Body Weight
    • Obesity
    • Morbid Obesity
    • Extreme Obesity
    • High Body Mass Index

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z684: Body mass index [BMI] 40 or greater, adult

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Urine Test Results
    • Urine and Urination
    • Unusual urine findings
    • Irregular urinalysis
    • Abnormal pee test

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R8290: Unspecified abnormal findings in urine

    Which procedures does Dr. Lichty perform as a Internist?

    As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Charles Lichty may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Lichty's office.

    Does Dr. Lichty accept my insurance?

    Dr. Lichty accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 933-4417 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Lichty accept in Birmingham, AL?

    Dr. Lichty 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

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Alabama

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Lichty's office located?

    Dr. Charles Lichty's Primary Practice

    833 Saint Vincents Dr Ste 300

    Birmingham, AL 35205

    (205) 933-4417

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

    Dr. Lichty's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1487627766.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lichty?

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

    What is Dr. Charles Lichty's specialty?

    Dr. Lichty 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. Lichty to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Charles Lichty affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Lichty is affiliated with Ascension St. Vincent’s Birmingham, Grandview Medical Center - Birmingham, AL, UAB Hospital 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

    Where can I learn more about Internist?

    Explore Internist with 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 Charles Lichty accepting new patients in Birmingham, AL?

    Yes, Dr. Charles Lichty is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Charles Lichty offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Lichty's office at (205) 933-4417 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Charles Lichty?

    Please contact Dr. Lichty's office at (205) 933-4417 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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