Dr. Darryl Prime, MD

Interventional Cardiologist, Internist, Cardiologist

Birmingham, AL

17 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

Who is Dr. Prime, Interventional Cardiologist in Birmingham, AL?

Dr. Darryl Prime, MD is an Interventional Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Birmingham, AL with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 17 years and is board certified. Dr. Prime graduated from University of Alabama School of Medicine. Dr. Prime is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Prime’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Prime’s office at (828) 650-6895.

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

Medical School: University of Alabama School of Medicine

Is Dr. Prime board certified as an Interventional Cardiologist?

Yes, Dr. Darryl Prime, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

What languages does Dr. Prime speak?

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

English

What conditions does an Interventional Cardiologist like Dr. Prime typically treat?

As an Interventional Cardiologist, Dr. Prime 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. Prime. 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:

Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
Atherosclerosis
Coronary Artery Disease
Silent Coronary Artery Disease
Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

ICD-10 Codes:

I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

Also known as:

High Blood Pressure
Hypertension
Primary Hypertension
Essential Hypertension

ICD-10 Codes:

I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

Also known as:

Other Specific Healthcare Encounters
Special Medical Visits
Unusual Doctor Appointments
Healthcare for Unique Situations

ICD-10 Codes:

Z7689: Persons encountering health services in other specified circumstances

Also known as:

Atrial Fibrillation
Afib
A-fib
Irregular heart rhythm

ICD-10 Codes:

I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

Also known as:

Chest Pain
Chest discomfort
Thoracic pain
Upper body pain

ICD-10 Codes:

R079: Chest pain, unspecified

What procedures does an Interventional Cardiologist like Dr. Prime typically perform?

As an Interventional Cardiologist, Dr. Prime 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. Prime. 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:

Coronary Artery Lithotripsy
Heart artery shockwave therapy
Intravascular lithotripsy (IVL)
Percutaneous coronary lithotripsy
Coronary artery calcification treatment

CPT Codes:

92972: Percutaneous transluminal coronary lithotripsy (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

Does Dr. Prime accept my insurance?

Dr. Prime accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (828) 650-6895 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

Dr. Prime 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 Blue Shield of Alabama
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
State of Alabama
UnitedHealth Group
Viva Health

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Where is Dr. Prime's office located?

Dr. Darryl Prime's Primary Practice

619 19th St S

Birmingham, AL 35233

(828) 650-6895

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Dr. Darryl Prime's Practice 2

1102 Goodyear Ave Ste 200

Gadsden, AL 35903

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What hospitals are Dr. Prime affiliated with?

Castle Connolly Top Hospital

This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

Dr. Prime has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

Uab Hospital,Birmingham, AL

Ranked Urologic Surgery

Ranked in 9 Procedures

Riverview Regional Medical Center,Gadsden, AL

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

Dr. Prime's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1982668828.

What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Prime?

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

What is Dr. Darryl Prime's specialty?

Dr. Prime is an Interventional Cardiologist near Birmingham, AL.

What does an Interventional Cardiologist do?

A branch of medicine within cardiology that employs advanced imaging and diagnostic techniques to assess blood flow and pressure in the coronary arteries and heart chambers. This specialty also utilizes technical procedures and medications to address abnormalities that affect cardiovascular function.

Is Dr. Darryl Prime affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

Yes, Dr. Prime is affiliated with Uab Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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

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