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28 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Morrison, Trauma Surgeon in Fremont, CA?
Dr. Chet Morrison, MD is a Trauma Surgeon, who primarily practices in Fremont, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Morrison is fluent in English, German, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Morrison’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Morrison’s office at (989) 790-1001.
Where did Dr. Morrison go to medical school and complete their residency?
Is Dr. Morrison board certified in Trauma Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Chet Morrison, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Morrison speak?
Dr. Morrison and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
German
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Morrison treat?
As a Trauma Surgeon, Dr. Morrison 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. Morrison. 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:
- Multiple Broken Ribs
- Chest Injuries and Disorder
- Fractures
- Multiple Rib Fractures
- Rib Cage Fracture
- Broken Ribs
ICD-10 Codes:
- S2241XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, right side, initial encounter for closed fracture
- S2242XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, left side, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Bowel Obstruction
- Blocked Intestines
- Gut Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction
Also known as:
- Dependence on Ventilator
- Respirator Dependence
- Breathing Machine Reliance
- Long-term Ventilation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z9911: Dependence on respirator [ventilator] status
Also known as:
- Digestive System Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Post-gastrointestinal surgery care
- Stomach surgery aftercare
- Bowel surgery recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48815: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the digestive system
Also known as:
- Gallstones
- Cholelithiasis
- Gallbladder stones
- Biliary calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Long-Term Blood Thinner Use
- Blood Thinners
- Chronic anticoagulant therapy
- Ongoing blood thinner treatment
- Anticoagulant medication use
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7901: Long term (current) use of anticoagulants
Also known as:
- Acute Appendicitis
- Appendicitis
- Inflamed Appendix
- Sudden Appendix Inflammation
- Appendicitis Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure
- Acute breathing failure
- Rapid onset respiratory failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Which procedures does Dr. Morrison perform as a Trauma Surgeon?
As a Trauma Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Chet Morrison may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Morrison's office.
Does Dr. Morrison accept my insurance?
Dr. Morrison accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (989) 790-1001 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Morrison accept in Fremont, CA?
Dr. Morrison in Fremont, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alameda Alliance
Alignment Health Plan
All Other Third Party
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Imperial Health Plan (CA)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
Universal Health Care
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Where is Dr. Morrison's office located?
What is Dr. Morrison's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Morrison's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1609980358.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Morrison?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Morrison
What is Dr. Chet Morrison's specialty?
Dr. Morrison is a Trauma Surgeon near Fremont, CA. Trauma surgery is a recognized subspecialty within general surgery. These surgeons undergo a five-year general surgery residency and often pursue an optional one- to two-year fellowship in trauma or surgical critical care. This typically leads to board certification in surgical critical care, as there is currently no separate certification for trauma surgery. To obtain certification in surgical critical care, physicians must complete a fellowship in surgical or anesthesiology critical care, either during or after their general surgery residency. Contact Dr. Morrison to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Chet Morrison affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Morrison is affiliated with Washington Hospital Healthcare System 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
Where can I learn more about Trauma Surgeon?
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Is Chet Morrison accepting new patients in Fremont, CA?
Yes, Dr. Chet Morrison is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Chet Morrison offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Morrison's office at (989) 790-1001 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Chet Morrison?
Please contact Dr. Morrison's office at (989) 790-1001 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Chet Morrison have?
Dr. Chet Morrison is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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