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Dr. James Morrissey, MD

Stockton, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Morrissey, Thoracic Surgeon in Stockton, CA?

    Dr. James Morrissey, MD is a Thoracic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Stockton, CA. He is board certified by the American Board of Surgery and American Board of Thoracic Surgery. Dr. Morrissey graduated from State University of New York Upstate Medical University and completed his residency at Barnes-Jewish Hosp-S Campus, General Surgery. Dr. Morrissey is fluent in English, Hindi, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Morrissey’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Morrissey’s office at (209) 948-1234.

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

    • Residency: Barnes-Jewish Hosp-S Campus, General Surgery | Barnes Jewish Hospital S Campus | Jewish Hospital of Cincinnati Program

    • Medical School: Suny-Hlth Sci Ctr At Syracuse, Coll of Med, Syracuse Ny | Upstate Medical University/ College of Health Professions | State University of New York Upstate Medical University

    Is Dr. Morrissey board certified in Thoracic Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. James Morrissey, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery , American Board of Thoracic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Morrissey speak?

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

    • English

    • Hindi

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Morrissey treat?

    As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Morrissey 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. Morrissey. 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:

    • Circulatory System Surgery Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • Post-cardiac surgery care
    • Vascular surgery aftercare
    • Heart surgery recovery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z48812: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the circulatory system

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Chronic Blocked Coronary Artery
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
    • CTO
    • Complete Coronary Artery Blockage
    • Long-term Artery Blockage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
    • I2582: Chronic total occlusion of coronary artery

    Also known as:

    • Aortic Aneurysm
    • Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm
    • Ascending Aortic Aneurysm
    • Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm
    • AAA
    • Aorta Bulge
    • Chest Aortic Aneurysm
    • Bulging Thoracic Aorta
    • Weakened Thoracic Aorta
    • Bulging Ascending Aorta
    • Weakened Ascending Aorta
    • Ascending Aorta Dilation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I7140: Abdominal aortic aneurysm, without rupture, unspecified
    • I7120: Thoracic aortic aneurysm, without rupture, unspecified
    • I7121: Aneurysm of the ascending aorta, without rupture

    Also known as:

    • Pleural Effusion
    • Pleural Disorder
    • Fluid in lungs
    • Water on the lung
    • Fluid around lungs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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:

    • Right Carotid Artery Disease
    • Left Carotid Artery Disease
    • Carotid Artery Disease
    • Right Carotid Artery Stenosis
    • Narrowed Right Carotid Artery
    • Right Carotid Artery Blockage
    • Left Carotid Artery Stenosis
    • Narrowed Left Carotid Artery
    • Left Carotid Artery Blockage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I6521: Occlusion and stenosis of right carotid artery
    • I6522: Occlusion and stenosis of left carotid artery

    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:

    • Peripheral Artery Disease
    • PVD
    • PAD
    • Poor Circulation in Legs
    • Blocked Leg Arteries

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Angina (Chest Pain)
    • Angina
    • Angina Pectoris
    • Chest Pain from Heart Disease
    • Heart-Related Chest Discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I209: Angina pectoris, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 5
    • Kidney Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 5
    • End-Stage Renal Disease
    • ESRD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N185: Chronic kidney disease, stage 5

    Also known as:

    • Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
    • Unusual Lung Scan Results
    • Atypical Lung Imaging
    • Nonspecific Lung Abnormality

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    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
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fluid Around the Heart
    • Pericardial Disorder
    • Pericardial Effusion
    • Fluid in Pericardium

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I3139: Other pericardial effusion (noninflammatory)

    Does Dr. Morrissey accept my insurance?

    Dr. Morrissey accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (209) 948-1234 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Morrissey accept in Stockton, CA?

    Dr. Morrissey in Stockton, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Health Plan

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Health Plan of San Joaquin

    • Hill Physicians Medical Group

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Morrissey's office located?

    Dr. James Morrissey's Primary Practice

    1617 N California St Ste 1D

    Stockton, CA 95204

    (209) 948-1234

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

    Dr. Morrissey's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1033223060.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Morrissey?

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

    What is Dr. James Morrissey's specialty?

    Dr. Morrissey is a Thoracic Surgeon near Stockton, CA. A thoracic surgeon is a healthcare expert with specialization in the surgical, perioperative, and critical care of patients with conditions affecting the chest. Their expertise encompasses the surgical treatment of coronary artery disease, lung, esophageal, and chest wall cancers, tracheal abnormalities, and issues with the great vessels and heart valves. They also address congenital anomalies, mediastinal tumors, and diaphragm diseases. Additionally, thoracic surgeons manage airway issues and chest injuries as part of their medical specialty. Contact Dr. Morrissey to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. James Morrissey affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Morrissey is affiliated with Dignity Health - St. Joseph's Medical Center 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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    Is James Morrissey accepting new patients in Stockton, CA?

    Yes, Dr. James Morrissey is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. James Morrissey offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Morrissey's office at (209) 948-1234 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with James Morrissey?

    Please contact Dr. Morrissey's office at (209) 948-1234 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. James Morrissey have?

    Dr. James Morrissey is certified by the American Board of Surgery and American Board of Thoracic Surgery.

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