Southview Medical Group Birmingham AL: Doctors, Portal & Locations

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Birmingham patient guide · Updated for the UAB Health System transition

Find the Right Southview Doctor, Building, Suite and Patient Service Before You Travel

Southview Medical Group Birmingham AL is a long-established multispecialty practice offering primary care and several specialist services from its main St. Vincent’s Birmingham campus and its Highway 119 location.

This page brings the practical patient details together: specialties, physician departments, appointment preparation, parking entrances, office hours, portal access, billing, forms, medical records and official preparation rules for common diagnostic tests.

Find a Southview doctor Open patient portal Plan your visit
For a medical emergency, call 911. Do not wait for a portal message or routine office callback when a person has chest pressure, severe breathing difficulty, stroke warning signs, uncontrolled bleeding, loss of consciousness or another potentially life-threatening condition.
Important 2026 ownership update: UAB Health System has acquired Southview Medical Group. Southview continues operating under its existing name with the same doctors, care teams and clinic locations. UAB says patients do not need to take any action simply because of the acquisition.
Main campus

POB 3 at 833 St. Vincents Drive.

Highway 119

7191 Cahaba Valley Road, Suite 204.

Office hours

Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

Main phone

205-933-4640

Practice history

Birmingham roots dating to 1922.

Start with the correct department

Which Southview Medical Group service fits your need?

PRIMARY CARE Routine or ongoing health care

Start with internal medicine for preventive visits, medication management, common adult health concerns, chronic conditions and referrals to a specialist.

Common reasons: annual care, blood pressure, diabetes follow-up, medication review, fatigue and several symptoms that need an initial evaluation.
SPECIALTY CARE A specific organ or condition

Southview lists cardiology, endocrinology, gastroenterology, geriatric medicine, infectious disease and dermatology alongside internal medicine.

Ask whether the specialist requires a referral, previous test results or insurance authorization before the appointment.
TESTING OR TREATMENT Lab, imaging or infusion service

Confirm the exact order, preparation instructions, department hours, insurance authorization and building before arriving.

Southview provides laboratory, X-ray, diagnostic testing, infusion services and other ancillary care.
Best first call: Contact the office of the physician who ordered the test or treatment. That team can confirm the correct department, preparation, order status and follow-up plan.

Go directly to the patient task you need

The important instructions are explained inside this article instead of sending you through a collection of general links.

What changed in 2026

What the UAB acquisition means for Southview patients

What remains the same
  • The Southview Medical Group name
  • Current physicians and care teams
  • Existing Southview clinic locations
  • Scheduled appointments
  • The current approach to scheduling and billing
  • Medical records available to the Southview care team
What patients need to do
  • Continue using the existing office phone number
  • Keep current appointments unless contacted
  • Continue using Southview’s official patient tools
  • Watch for direct notices about future changes
  • Verify insurance as usual before new services
No automatic portal switch is stated. Do not create a new UAB account or cancel an existing Southview appointment unless your care team gives you specific instructions.
Two Birmingham-area access points

Southview Medical Group locations, hours and parking directions

Southview Medical Group Birmingham locations
Location Address Hours and phone How to reach the office
St. Vincent’s Main Campus 833 St. Vincents Drive, Professional Office Building 3, Suite 300, Birmingham, AL 35205 Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
205-933-4640		 Use the Building 3/OrthoSports Center parking deck. Take the elevators to the third floor; the main lobby is outside the elevators.
St. Vincent’s 119 Campus 7191 Cahaba Valley Road, Building One, Suite 204, Birmingham, AL 35242 Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
205-212-5880		 Enter Building One, turn right, take the elevator to the second floor and continue down the hall to Suite 204.

Main-campus parking entrances

28th Street South

One entrance to the Building 3 parking deck.

10th Avenue South

A second approach to the same attached parking deck.

St. Vincent’s Drive

The patient entrance is directly accessible from this side.

Parking is not validated. Southview states that it can no longer validate parking tickets because of hospital policy. Keep your ticket with you and prepare for a parking charge.
Local arrival tip: “833 St. Vincents Drive” is not enough by itself. Save the professional building number, floor and suite because the hospital campus contains several buildings and medical offices.
Appointment workflow

How to schedule a Southview Medical Group appointment

Choose primary care or a specialty Start with internal medicine when you need broad adult care or do not know which specialist is appropriate.
Select a physician Review the official physician directory by specialty. Note the doctor’s direct phone number, suite and campus.
Confirm new-patient availability Provider listings do not guarantee that every doctor is accepting new patients or every insurance plan.
Give the complete insurance name Read the exact plan and network from the insurance card. Do not ask only whether Southview accepts the insurance company.
Ask about a referral Some specialist services, testing and insurance products require a physician referral or prior authorization.
Confirm the location and suite Several doctors work in different suites within Professional Office Building 3, and selected physicians may also see patients at Highway 119.
Ask for preparation instructions Confirm fasting, caffeine restrictions, medication instructions, arrival time and the approximate length of the visit.
Save the direct office number Use that number for rescheduling, refill questions, test results and clinical follow-up.
Appointment call script
“I need an appointment for [reason]. I am a [new/current] patient, and my insurance is [complete plan and network]. Is this provider accepting patients with my plan? Which campus, building, floor and suite should I use? Do I need a referral, records, fasting or other preparation?”
Prevent check-in delays

What to bring to your Southview appointment

Government-issued photo identification
Current insurance and secondary-insurance cards
Referral or authorization when required
Medication list with dose and frequency
Medication allergies and past reactions
Relevant outside records and test results
Name and address of your pharmacy
Completed specialty or registration forms
Payment method for expected patient charges
Written questions in order of importance
Useful preparation: Bring a short symptom timeline showing when the problem started, what makes it better or worse, what treatment you tried and whether it is changing.
Multispecialty care

Services available through Southview Medical Group

Southview specialties and the type of care they provide
Department Common patient needs What to confirm before scheduling
Internal Medicine Adult preventive care, chronic-condition management, medications, common symptoms and specialist coordination. New-patient status, campus, suite and insurance network.
Cardiology Heart symptoms, cardiovascular disease, rhythm concerns, heart failure and cardiac testing. Referral, previous cardiac records, test preparation and whether the visit is at the main or 119 campus.
Endocrinology Diabetes, thyroid disease and other hormone or metabolic concerns. New-patient forms, recent laboratory work, glucose records and referral requirements.
Gastroenterology Digestive symptoms, endoscopy, colonoscopy and gastrointestinal disease management. Bowel-preparation instructions, medication changes, transportation and procedure time.
Geriatric Medicine Care designed around older adults, multiple conditions, medications and functional needs. Caregiver participation, medication list and outside records.
Infectious Disease Complex infections, long-term antimicrobial treatment and specialist evaluation. Referral, cultures, hospital records and current antimicrobial medicines.
Dermatology Skin, hair and nail concerns and dermatology follow-up. Suite 400, direct department number and new-patient forms.
Ancillary Services Laboratory testing, X-ray, diagnostic imaging, vaccines and infusion treatment. Order status, department hours, fasting rules and authorization.
Provider directory

Southview physicians and advanced-practice clinicians

The official directory includes a large internal-medicine team plus specialists. Provider participation, locations and new-patient status can change, so use the names below to identify the correct office and then confirm availability directly.

Cardiology team listed
  • E. Merritt Cullum, M.D., FACC
  • Spencer Gaskin, M.D., FACC, Ph.D.
  • Monica Hunter, M.D., FACC, FSCAI
  • J. Michael Parks, M.D., FACC
  • Richard Vest III, M.D., FACC, FHRS
  • Keiasha Jordan, MSN, CRNP, FNP-C, AACC
  • Melanie Stacey, MSN, CRNP, NP-C, AACC
  • Nicole Massey, DNP, CRNP, NP-C, AACC, HF-CERT
Other specialists listed
  • William Moore, M.D. — Endocrinology
  • Maria S. Prelipcean, M.D., FACE — Endocrinology
  • Jennifer E. Sohn, M.D. — Endocrinology
  • Joanna L. Siegel, M.D. — Gastroenterology
  • Leland Allen, M.D. — Infectious Disease
  • Bridget Smith, DNP, MSN, ACNPC-AG — Infectious Disease
  • Frank Malensek, M.D. — Geriatric and Internal Medicine

Internal medicine clinicians listed by Southview

John E. Ammon, M.D.

Internal Medicine

Noah J. Fitzpatrick, M.D.

Internal Medicine

Henry I. Frohsin, M.D.

Internal Medicine

Simona S. Petra Dunlap, M.D.

Internal Medicine

Michael H. Haggard, M.D.

Internal Medicine

David A. Hall, M.D.

Internal Medicine

David B. Hall, M.D.

Internal Medicine

Michael K. Han, M.D.

Internal Medicine

Eddie Kim, M.D.

Internal Medicine

Charles Peter Lichty II, M.D., J.D.

Internal Medicine

Gerald P. Norris, M.D.

Internal Medicine

Greg Little, M.D.

Internal Medicine

Craig J. Rich, M.D.

Internal Medicine

Morris L. Roebuck Jr., M.D.

Internal Medicine

Mary Alice Strawn, M.D.

Internal Medicine

Duane B. Shroyer, M.D.

Internal Medicine

Jeremy D. Smith, M.D.

Internal Medicine

Catherine L. Thomas, M.D.

Internal Medicine

Stephen M. Stuart, M.D.

Internal Medicine

Lindsay Bearden, MSN, CRNP, FNP-C

Internal Medicine

Check the live physician directory
On-site support services

Laboratory, X-ray, imaging, vaccines and infusion services

LAB
Laboratory testing

Published hours are 7:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. Sign in at the front desk before receiving service.

XR
X-ray services

The X-ray department follows the same published weekday hours. Confirm that the physician order has been received.

CT
Diagnostic imaging

Preparation depends on the body area and whether contrast is used. Follow the specific order and department instructions.

IV
Infusion clinic

Southview describes infusions for treatments such as rheumatoid arthritis, dehydration and iron therapy.

VAX
Vaccinations

Seasonal vaccine availability changes. Southview asks patients to check availability and schedule requirements.

NM
Nuclear medicine

A nuclear-medicine preparation sheet is included among Southview’s official patient forms.

Testing shortcut: Before leaving home, call the ordering office and ask, “Has my signed order reached the department, is authorization complete, and may I take my usual morning medicines?”
Official preparation instructions

How to prepare for common Southview diagnostic tests

Published Southview test-preparation rules
Test Food and drink rule Caffeine rule Other planning
Cardiac stress test No food or drink for four hours before the test. Depends on test type. The complete test may take approximately 2½-3 hours.
Treadmill GXT Follow the four-hour fasting instruction. Avoid caffeine for 12 hours. Ask which medicines and clothing are appropriate.
Regadenoson stress test Follow the four-hour fasting instruction. Avoid caffeine for 24 hours. Check labels for hidden caffeine and ask about medicines.
Abdominal, pelvic or contrast CT No food or drink for four hours before the study. No separate published rule. Tell the department about allergies, kidney concerns, pregnancy possibility and diabetes medicines.
Abdominal, liver, gallbladder or aorta ultrasound No food or drink after midnight before the test. No separate published rule. Confirm whether necessary medicines may be taken with a small amount of water.
Your individual instructions control. Do not stop prescription medicines, insulin, blood thinners or heart medicines unless the ordering clinician or testing department specifically tells you to do so.
Caffeine means more than coffee. Ask whether you must avoid tea, cola, energy drinks, chocolate, caffeine-containing pain medicines, decaffeinated drinks with trace caffeine and supplements.
Online patient access

Using the Southview Medical Group patient portal

Southview links patients to a FollowMyHealth portal. Use the portal for available electronic health information and released results, but use the physician office for urgent questions or problems that require immediate clinical judgment.

Open the portal from Southview’s website This reduces the risk of entering personal information on a similarly named medical-group website.
Verify the organization name Confirm that the login is associated with Southview Medical Group before entering credentials.
Use the email or invitation connected to your record A different email address or duplicate account can prevent records from appearing correctly.
Review results with context A high, low or abnormal flag does not by itself explain the diagnosis, urgency or next treatment.
Call for urgent symptoms Do not rely on a routine portal response when symptoms are worsening quickly.
Open the official Southview portal
Results may appear early

What to do when laboratory or imaging results appear in the portal

Southview states that laboratory and imaging results are released to the portal as soon as they are available. This means a patient may see the report before the provider has had time to evaluate and explain it.

The result is marked abnormal Wait for clinical interpretation unless the office has given different instructions. Reference ranges do not tell the whole story.
The result appears after hours Southview encourages patients to allow the provider time to review it, particularly when it is posted at night or on a weekend.
Your symptoms are worsening Contact the treating office or seek urgent care based on the symptoms. Do not wait only because the result has not been interpreted.
No result appears Ask whether the test is still processing, whether the order used the correct patient record and whether the report was sent to an outside system.
A provider has not contacted you Ask the ordering office for the expected review period and whether follow-up must be scheduled.
You need the report for another doctor Ask whether the portal document is sufficient or whether a formal records request and image transfer are required.
Avoid unexpected out-of-network costs

How to verify insurance at Southview Medical Group

Southview’s FAQ refers patients to insurers including Blue Cross Blue Shield, Aetna, Viva, HealthChoice, PHCS and UnitedHealthcare. This should not be treated as a guarantee that every Southview doctor, location or service accepts every product sold by those companies.

Read the complete plan name Include HMO, PPO, Medicare Advantage, marketplace, employer network or other product wording.
Verify the individual doctor A medical group may participate while an individual specialist or location has different contract status.
Verify the exact service location Confirm the Professional Office Building or Highway 119 location listed for the appointment.
Check tests and facilities separately Physician, laboratory, imaging, hospital and procedure charges may be processed under different entities.
Ask about authorization Cardiac testing, imaging, infusions, endoscopy and other services may require approval before the appointment.
Record the call Save the representative’s name, reference number, date and the exact information confirmed.
Insurance call script
“Please confirm whether [doctor] at [exact address and suite] is in network for my [full plan name]. I am having [visit, test or procedure]. Is the laboratory, imaging center or facility billed separately? Do I need a referral or prior authorization, and what cost-sharing should I expect?”
Review before paying

How to pay and question a Southview Medical Group bill

Identify the billing organization Confirm that the statement is from Southview Medical Group and note whether a separate hospital, laboratory or imaging bill is expected.
Compare the service details Check the patient name, date, physician, service description, insurance payment, adjustment and patient balance.
Compare the insurer’s explanation of benefits An explanation of benefits is not a bill. Use it to understand what the insurer allowed, denied and assigned to the patient.
Call before paying a disputed balance Ask whether insurance information was correct and whether a claim needs correction, appeal or reprocessing.
Use the official payment link Southview’s website directs patients to PersonaPay for online payment.
Billing call script
“I am calling about the statement for [service date]. The amount is [balance], and my insurance explanation shows [status]. Please explain the charge, adjustment and patient responsibility and confirm whether the claim was filed under the correct plan and provider.”
Open the linked payment service
Complete forms before arrival

Southview patient forms and what each one is used for

Forms available from the official Southview patient page
Form Purpose Practical preparation
Patient registration Demographic, insurance, contact and consent information. Use the legal name shown on identification and insurance cards.
Parking guide Helps patients reach the correct parking deck and building. Save a copy or screenshot before leaving home.
Records request Authorizes release of selected medical information. Use a specific date range, record type and recipient address.
ACO beneficiary information Explains accountable-care participation information. Review questions with the office if the document is unclear.
Dermatology new-patient forms Collects history relevant to a first dermatology visit. List skin treatments, allergies and the duration of the concern.
Endocrinology new-patient forms Collects diabetes, thyroid, medication and endocrine history. Bring glucose data and recent laboratory results when available.
Colonoscopy and sigmoidoscopy preparation Provides bowel-preparation and procedure instructions. Follow the exact preparation assigned by the gastroenterology team.
Upper endoscopy preparation Explains fasting and procedure preparation. Confirm transportation and medication instructions.
Nuclear medicine preparation Provides test-specific instructions. Confirm food, caffeine and medication restrictions with the department.
Open official patient forms
Transfer health information

How to request Southview Medical Group medical records

Download the records request form Use the form on Southview’s official patient forms page.
Enter the patient’s legal information Use the full name, date of birth, address and contact details that match the medical record.
Choose a useful date range Request the relevant period instead of the entire chart when only recent specialist or testing information is needed.
Name the specific records Examples include visit notes, laboratory results, imaging reports, procedure reports, medication history or the complete record.
Provide the receiving destination Include the doctor, organization, address, fax or other delivery details requested on the form.
Sign and date the authorization An unsigned or incomplete release can delay processing.
Submit using the form’s current instructions Confirm submission details with your physician office because fax numbers and departmental processes can change.
Follow up before the next appointment Ask the receiving office whether the records arrived and are readable.
Imaging warning: A written CT, MRI or X-ray report may not include the actual images. Ask whether the receiving specialist needs the report, the image files or both.
UAB acquisition and records: UAB states that existing Southview medical records remain secure and available to the Southview care team. Patients who need records sent elsewhere should contact Southview for assistance.
Local Birmingham shortcuts

Practical tips that can prevent wasted time and repeat trips

01
Save the building and suite

The campus address alone may lead you to the wrong entrance or tower.

02
Expect paid parking

Southview states that parking tickets are not validated.

03
Call by 4 p.m.

Published physician phone-line hours end before the general office closes.

04
Arrive before testing closes

Lab and X-ray hours end at 4:30 p.m., and patients must sign in first.

05
Confirm caffeine rules

The restriction is 12 hours for treadmill GXT and 24 hours for regadenoson testing.

06
Do not stop medicines alone

Ask the testing team specifically about diabetes, heart and blood-thinning medicines.

07
Expect early portal results

A result may appear before your clinician has reviewed it.

08
Verify each billed service

A doctor, facility, laboratory or imaging service may create separate charges.

09
Use the existing Southview process

The UAB acquisition does not require patients to recreate appointments or records.

Call the correct office

Southview Medical Group Birmingham phone directory

Published Southview department contacts
Department or location Phone Address or suite Use this contact for
Main Office 205-933-4640 833 St. Vincents Drive, POB 3, Birmingham, AL 35205 General routing, appointments and office questions.
Cardiology 205-933-4679 POB 3, Suite 500 Cardiology appointments, testing and clinical follow-up.
Dermatology 205-918-1475 POB 3, Suite 400 Dermatology appointments and forms.
Highway 119 Campus 205-212-5880 7191 Cahaba Valley Road, Building One, Suite 204 Appointments and directions for the 119 location.
Gastroenterology 205-933-0960 Main campus, Suite 300 GI visits, endoscopy and colonoscopy preparation questions.
Published phone-line hours: Southview lists physician office phone lines as open from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Staff hours are listed as 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.
Main-campus map

Map to Southview Medical Group at St. Vincent’s Birmingham

Southview Medical Group Main Office
833 St. Vincents Drive
Professional Office Building 3, Suite 300
Birmingham, AL 35205
Phone: 205-933-4640
Ten practical answers

Southview Medical Group Birmingham AL FAQs

Where is the main Southview Medical Group office?

It is at 833 St. Vincents Drive, Professional Office Building 3, Suite 300, Birmingham, Alabama 35205.

What are Southview Medical Group’s office hours?

Both listed locations publish Monday-Friday hours of 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Physician phone lines are listed as open from 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m.

What specialties are available?

Southview lists internal medicine, cardiology, endocrinology, gastroenterology, geriatric medicine, infectious disease and dermatology, plus several testing and ancillary services.

Did UAB Health System acquire Southview?

Yes. UAB announced the acquisition in January 2026. Southview continues with the same name, physicians, teams and locations, and patients were told no action was required.

How do I use the Southview patient portal?

Open the FollowMyHealth portal through Southview’s official website, verify the organization name and sign in using the account connected to your Southview record.

When do the lab and X-ray departments open?

The published hours are 7:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. Patients must first sign in at the front desk.

How should I prepare for a cardiac stress test?

Do not eat or drink for four hours. Avoid caffeine for 12 hours before a treadmill GXT or 24 hours before a regadenoson test. The complete visit may take 2½-3 hours.

Where should I park at the main campus?

Use the Building 3/OrthoSports Center parking deck, accessible from 28th Street South, 10th Avenue South or St. Vincent’s Drive. Take the elevator to the third floor.

Does Southview validate parking?

No. Southview states that it can no longer validate parking tickets because of hospital policy.

How do I request medical records?

Download the records request form from the official forms page, complete the patient, record and recipient sections, sign it and submit it using the current instructions on the form.

Final live actions

Official Southview Medical Group patient tools

The important instructions are included above. Use these official systems when you are ready to complete a live provider search, portal login, payment, form download or location check.

Find a physician Patient portal Patient forms Locations and parking Procedure FAQs Department contacts
Independent patient-information notice:

USMedicalGroup.org is not Southview Medical Group, UAB Health System or UAB St. Vincent’s. This article cannot schedule appointments, access records, provide medical advice, verify insurance coverage or resolve billing accounts.

Provider availability, phone numbers, office hours, insurance participation and test instructions may change. Confirm time-sensitive information with the treating office. Call 911 for a medical emergency.

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