- Pulmonary Doctors / Pulmonologists
- AL
- Birmingham, AL
- Dr. Jay Heidecker, MD
Dr. Jay Heidecker, MD
Pulmonology•Male
Pulmonology
Dr. Jay Heidecker, MD is a Pulmonology Specialist in Birmingham, AL and has over 22 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Heidecker has extensive experience in Obstructive Lung Disease, Sleep Apnea, and Pulmonary Vascular Conditions. He graduated from University of South Alabama / College of Medicine medical school in 2000. He is affiliated with medical facilities Ascension St. Vincent's Birmingham and Northwest Medical Center. His office accepts new patients.
Birmingham Pulmonary Group
2660 10th Avenue South #528 Birmingham, AL 35205 ()Make an Appointment
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4.5
Based on 15 ratings
| 5 Stars | 80% | (12) |
| 4 Stars | 6.666666666666667% | (1) |
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About Me
Biography
Specialties
- Pulmonology
Board Certifications
- Critical Care Medicine
- Pulmonary Disease
Education
Awards
- Healthgrades Honor Roll
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are Dr. Jay Heidecker, MD's top areas of care?
Dr. Heidecker frequently treats Obstructive Lung Disease, Sleep Apnea, and Pulmonary Vascular Conditions. See all practice areas where Dr. Heidecker specializes.
Where is Dr. Jay Heidecker, MD's office located?
Dr. Heidecker's office is located at 2660 10th Avenue South #528, Birmingham, AL 35205. Find other locations and directions on Healthgrades.
Does Dr. Jay Heidecker, MD offer telehealth services?
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Experience and Background Checks
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Frequently Treated by Dr. Heidecker
Based on treatment records, we have identified the following as areas of care that Dr. Heidecker treats more often than their peers. If you are unsure whether Dr. Heidecker treats other conditions, please contact the office at (205) 933-9258.
Obstructive Lung Disease
Obstructive lung disease specialists diagnose and treat conditions including COPD, emphysema, asthma and cystic fibrosis that cause blockages or narrowing in the airways of the lungs, making breathing difficult.
Dr. Heidecker is experienced in the area of Obstructive Lung Disease. See the graph below to learn more about his experience.
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Sleep Apnea
Sleep-disordered breathing specialists diagnose and treat conditions, such as snoring or obstructive sleep apnea, in which breathing is interrupted during sleep, resulting in symptoms of fatigue, irritability and high blood pressure.
Dr. Heidecker is experienced in the area of Sleep Apnea. See the graph below to learn more about his experience.
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Pulmonary Vascular Conditions
Pulmonary vascular specialists diagnose and treat conditions affecting the flow of blood between the heart and lungs, including pulmonary hypertension and pulmonary embolism.
Dr. Heidecker is experienced in the area of Pulmonary Vascular Conditions. See the graph below to learn more about his experience.
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Dr. Heidecker's conditions and procedures:
- Abdominal Pain
- Acidosis
- Acute Bronchitis
- Acute Pharyngitis
- Alkalosis
- Arterial Blood Gas Test (ABG)
- Asbestosis
- Asthma
- Barrett's Esophagus
- Breast Cancer
- Bronchiectasis
- Bronchiolitis
- Bronchitis
- Bronchopulmonary Aspergillosis
- Bronchoscopy
- Bronchospasm
- Cholecystitis and Gallstones
- Chronic Pulmonary Heart Diseases (incl. Pulmonary Hypertension)
- Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
- Colorectal Cancer
- Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP)
- COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
- Cough
- Cryptococcosis
- Cystic Fibrosis
- Diaphragmatic and-or Hiatal Hernia
- Emphysema
- Empyema
- Esophageal Fistula
- Gallstones
- Gastric Ulcer
- Hemorrhoids
- Hiatal Hernia
- Ileus
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease
- Influenza (Flu)
- Inguinal Hernia
- Interstitial Lung Disease
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Ischemic Colitis
- Liver Cancer
- Low Blood Oxygen Level
- Lung Abscess
- Lung Cancer
- Lung Nodule
- Metastatic Respiratory System Cancer
- Mycobacterial Lung Infection
- Neuroendocrine Tumors
- Osteosarcoma
- Partial Lung Collapse
- Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm
- Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm and Dissection
- Peripheral Arterial Embolism and Thrombosis
- Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
- Pleural Effusion
- Pneumoconiosis and Pneumonopathy
- Pneumonia
- Pneumonitis (Due to Solids or Liquids)
- Primary Pulmonary Hypertension
- Pulmonary Edema
- Pulmonary Embolism
- Pulmonary Hypertension
- Pulmonary Insufficiency
- Pulmonary Rehabilitation Services
- Respiratory Failure
- Respiratory Management
- Rib Fracture
- Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
- Sarcoidosis
- Secondary Malignancies
- Septic Embolism
- Shortness of Breath
- Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Study
- Swine Flu
- Thoracentesis
- Traumatic Brain Injury
- Tuberculosis
- Ulcerative Colitis
- Vascular Insufficiency of Intestines
- Wegener's Granulomatosis
- Wheezing
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Dr. Heidecker accepts the following insurance:
- Aetna
- Choice Plus POS II
- Anthem
- National (BlueCard) PPO
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Blue Card PPO
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of California
- Dental Blue 100/200/300
- CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
- HealthyBlue 2.0
- HealthyBlue Advantage
- Cigna
- Cigna HMO
- Cigna PPO
- Open Access Plus
- First Health (Coventry Health Care)
- First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
- Humana
- Choice Care PPO
- MultiPlan
- MultiPlan PPO
Locations
Birmingham Pulmonary Group
Affiliated Hospitals
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Learn more about how Healthgrades measuresHospital Quality.81% Patients that would definitely recommend, 11% higher than the national average
1 Award Received
Award Highlight: Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2021)
73% Patients that would definitely recommend, 3% higher than the national average
Compare with other Pulmonology Specialists
Compare Dr. Heidecker with our nearby Pulmonology Specialists at Cancer Treatment Center of America, Atlanta.
Make an appointment at Cancer Treatment Center of America, Atlanta today at (770) 615-0974.
These providers are on the medical staff of Cancer Treatment Center of America, Atlanta.
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