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Dr. Douglas Lipperd, MD

Dr. Douglas Lipperd, MD

Family Medicine Specialist

Vestavia, AL

24 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Lipperd, Family Medicine Specialist in Vestavia, AL?

    Dr. Douglas Lipperd, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Vestavia, AL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 24 years and is board certified. Dr. Lipperd graduated from Vanderbilt University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Huntsville Hospital. Dr. Lipperd is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lipperd’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lipperd’s office at (205) 977-8484.

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

    • Residency: Huntsville Hospital

    • Medical School: Vanderbilt University School of Medicine | Vanderbilt University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Lipperd board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Douglas Lipperd, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Lipperd speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Lipperd typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Lipperd 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. Lipperd. 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:

    • 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Pressure Sore
    • Pressure Sores
    • Bed Sore
    • Decubitus Ulcer
    • Pressure Ulcer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L89314: Pressure ulcer of right buttock, stage 4

    Also known as:

    • Wound Dressing Change or Removal
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Non-surgical dressing care
    • Wound care visit
    • Dressing replacement

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4800: Encounter for change or removal of nonsurgical wound dressing

    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:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Other Specific B Vitamin Deficiency
    • B Vitamins
    • Malnutrition
    • Specific B Vitamin Shortage
    • Less Common B Vitamin Deficiency
    • Rare B Vitamin Deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E538: Deficiency of other specified B group vitamins

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Lipperd typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Douglas Lipperd may include:

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

    Does Dr. Lipperd accept my insurance?

    Dr. Lipperd accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 977-8484 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Lipperd accept in Vestavia, AL?

    Dr. Lipperd in Vestavia, 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

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Alabama

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Viva Health

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    Where is Dr. Lipperd's office located?

    Dr. Douglas Lipperd's Primary Practice

    4274 Cahaba Heights Ct Ste 130

    Vestavia, AL 35243

    (205) 977-8484

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    Dr. Douglas Lipperd's Practice 2

    3980 Colonnade Pkwy

    Birmingham, AL 35243

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    Dr. Douglas Lipperd's Practice 3

    1130 22nd St S Ste 1000

    Birmingham, AL 35205

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

    Dr. Lipperd's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275596967.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lipperd?

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

    What is Dr. Douglas Lipperd's specialty?

    Dr. Lipperd is a Family Medicine Specialist near Vestavia, AL.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

    Is Dr. Douglas Lipperd affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Lipperd is affiliated with Uab Hospital, Grandview Medical Center - Birmingham, Al, Ascension St. Vincent’s Birmingham 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 a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family 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. Douglas Lipperd accepting new patients in Vestavia, AL?

    Yes, Dr. Douglas Lipperd is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Douglas Lipperd offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Lipperd's office at (205) 977-8484 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Douglas Lipperd?

    Please contact Dr. Lipperd's office at (205) 977-8484 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Lipperd's office located?

    Dr. Lipperd's offices are located in Vestavia, AL and Birmingham, AL.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Douglas Lipperd have?

    Dr. Douglas Lipperd is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.