23 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Cawthon, Cardiologist in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Thomas Cawthon, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Birmingham, AL with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified. Dr. Cawthon graduated from Tulane Univ School of Medicine. Dr. Cawthon is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cawthon’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cawthon’s office at (205) 780-4330.
Where did Dr. Cawthon go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Tulane Univ School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Cawthon speak?
Dr. Cawthon and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Cawthon treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Cawthon 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. Cawthon. 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:
- 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:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Other Heart Conduction Disorder
- Sick Sinus Syndrome
- Heart Palpitations
- Arrhythmia
- Sick sinus syndrome
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Heart Rhythm Problems
- Cardiac Conduction Abnormalities
- Sinus Node Dysfunction
- Bradycardia-Tachycardia Syndrome
- SSS
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- I4589: Other specified conduction disorders
- I495: Sick sinus syndrome
- R002: Palpitations
Also known as:
- Ischemic Cardiomyopathy
- Other Cardiomyopathies
- Dilated Cardiomyopathy
- Cardiomyopathy
- Familial dilated cardiomyopathy
- X-linked dilated cardiomyopathy
- Heart Muscle Disease from Blocked Arteries
- Ischemic Heart Muscle Weakness
- Uncommon heart muscle diseases
- Rare cardiomyopathy types
- Enlarged heart muscle
- DCM
ICD-10 Codes:
- I255: Ischemic cardiomyopathy
- I428: Other cardiomyopathies
- I420: Dilated cardiomyopathy
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Systolic Heart Failure
- Diastolic Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
- Heart Failure with Reduced Ejection Fraction
- HFrEF
- Pumping Heart Failure
- Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction
- HFpEF
- Filling Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
- I5020: Unspecified systolic (congestive) heart failure
- I5030: Unspecified diastolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
Also known as:
- Narrowed Aortic Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Aortic Valve Stenosis
- Tight Aortic Valve
ICD-10 Codes:
- I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
Also known as:
- Pulmonary Hypertension
- High Blood Pressure in Lungs
- Lung Hypertension
- High Lung Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2720: Pulmonary hypertension, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Cawthon perform as a Cardiologist?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Thomas Cawthon may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Cawthon's office.
Does Dr. Cawthon accept my insurance?
Dr. Cawthon accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 780-4330 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cawthon accept in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Cawthon 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
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
Medicare
Physicians Mutual Insurance Company
State of Alabama
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Cawthon's office located?
Dr. Thomas Cawthon's Primary Practice
801 Princeton Ave SW Ste 707
Birmingham, AL 35211
(205) 780-4330
What is Dr. Cawthon's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Cawthon's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1659337574.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cawthon?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Cawthon
What is Dr. Thomas Cawthon's specialty?
Dr. Cawthon is a Cardiologist near Birmingham, AL. An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias. Contact Dr. Cawthon to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Thomas Cawthon affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Cawthon is affiliated with Ascension St. Vincent’s Birmingham, Decatur Morgan Hospital-Decatur Campus 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
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Is Thomas Cawthon accepting new patients in Birmingham, AL?
Yes, Dr. Thomas Cawthon is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Thomas Cawthon offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cawthon's office at (205) 780-4330 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Thomas Cawthon?
Please contact Dr. Cawthon's office at (205) 780-4330 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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