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Dr. Emem Aitken, MD
Jackson, MS
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Aitken, Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist in Jackson, MS?
Dr. Emem Aitken, MD is a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Jackson, MS. She is board certified. Dr. Aitken is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Aitken’s office at (601) 898-4404.
Is Dr. Aitken board certified as a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Emem Aitken, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Aitken speak?
Dr. Aitken and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Aitken typically treat?
As a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Aitken 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. Aitken. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Vomiting
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Throwing up
- Emesis
- Puking
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1110: Vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
- Flu
- Influenza with Breathing Problems
- Flu with Cough
- Severe Flu
ICD-10 Codes:
- J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Acute Bronchiolitis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Inflammation of small airways
- Bronchiole infection
- Acute lung inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J219: Acute bronchiolitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
What procedures does a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Aitken typically perform?
As a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Emem Aitken may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Aitken's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Aitken accept my insurance?
Dr. Aitken accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (601) 898-4404 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Aitken accept in Jackson, MS?
Dr. Aitken in Jackson, MS accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Mississippi
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Molina Healthcare
State of Mississippi
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Aitken's office located?
What is Dr. Aitken's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Aitken's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1982877551.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Aitken?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Aitken
What is Dr. Emem Aitken's specialty?
Dr. Aitken is a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist near Jackson, MS.
What does a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
A pediatrician with specialized qualifications in managing emergencies in infants and children, providing rapid, expert care for acute medical situations to ensure the best possible outcomes.
Is this Dr. Emem Aitken affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Aitken is affiliated with University Of Mississippi Medical Center, Delta Health System, Ochsner Rush Medical Center, Bolivar Medical Center, Ummc Grenada Hospital, Southwest Mississippi Regional Medical Center 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 Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Emem Aitken accepting new patients in Jackson, MS?
Yes, Dr. Emem Aitken is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Emem Aitken offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Aitken's office at (601) 898-4404 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Emem Aitken?
Please contact Dr. Aitken's office at (601) 898-4404 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Emem Aitken have?
Dr. Emem Aitken is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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