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Dr. Joseph Hudson, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Birmingham, AL

25 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Hudson, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Birmingham, AL?

    Dr. Joseph Hudson, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Birmingham, AL. He has been practicing for over 25 years and is board certified. Dr. Hudson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hudson’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hudson’s office at (205) 877-1000.

    Is Dr. Hudson board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Joseph Hudson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Hudson speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Hudson typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Hudson 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. Hudson. 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:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Migraine
    • Migraine headache
    • Severe headache
    • Vascular headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G43909: Migraine, unspecified, not intractable, without status migrainosus

    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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Dehydration
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Lack of Fluids
    • Fluid Loss
    • Body Water Depletion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E860: Dehydration

    Also known as:

    • Changes in Mental State
    • Mental Disorder
    • Confusion
    • Disorientation
    • Changes in awareness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Hudson typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Joseph Hudson may include:

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

    Does Dr. Hudson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Hudson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 877-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Hudson in Birmingham, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Viva Health

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    Where is Dr. Hudson's office located?

    Dr. Joseph Hudson's Primary Practice

    2010 Brookwood Medical Ctr Dr

    Birmingham, AL 35209

    (205) 877-1000

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

    Dr. Hudson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1972566503.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hudson?

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

    What is Dr. Joseph Hudson's specialty?

    Dr. Hudson is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Birmingham, AL.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is Dr. Joseph Hudson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Hudson is affiliated with Brookwood Baptist Medical Center, Uab Hospital, Grandview Medical Center - Birmingham, Al 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency 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. Joseph Hudson accepting new patients in Birmingham, AL?

    Yes, Dr. Joseph Hudson is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Joseph Hudson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Hudson's office at (205) 877-1000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Joseph Hudson?

    Please contact Dr. Hudson's office at (205) 877-1000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Hudson's office located?

    Dr. Hudson's office is located in Birmingham, AL.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Joseph Hudson have?

    Dr. Joseph Hudson is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.