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Dr. Elizabeth Amundson, DO

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Myrtle Beach, SC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Amundson, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Myrtle Beach, SC?

    Dr. Elizabeth Amundson, DO is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Myrtle Beach, SC. Dr. Amundson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Amundson’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Amundson’s office at (843) 692-1122.

    What languages does Dr. Amundson speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Amundson typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Amundson 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. Amundson. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
    • Flu
    • Influenza with Breathing Problems
    • Flu with Cough
    • Severe Flu

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J111: Influenza due to unidentified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Loss of strength
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    Also known as:

    • Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • Epigastric pain
    • Pain below breastbone
    • Upper stomach pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1013: Epigastric pain

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Amundson typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Elizabeth Amundson may include:

    Please contact Dr. Amundson's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Amundson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Amundson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (843) 692-1122 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Amundson accept in Myrtle Beach, SC?

    Dr. Amundson in Myrtle Beach, SC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Independence Health Group

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • State of South Carolina

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Amundson's office located?

    Dr. Elizabeth Amundson's Primary Practice

    809 82nd Pkwy

    Myrtle Beach, SC 29572

    (843) 692-1122

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

    Dr. Amundson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275282774.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Amundson?

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

    What is Dr. Elizabeth Amundson's specialty?

    Dr. Amundson is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Myrtle Beach, SC.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is Dr. Elizabeth Amundson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Amundson is affiliated with Grand Strand Regional Medical Center, Mcleod Health Loris, Musc Health University 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Elizabeth Amundson accepting new patients in Myrtle Beach, SC?

    Yes, Dr. Elizabeth Amundson is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Elizabeth Amundson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Amundson's office at (843) 692-1122 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Elizabeth Amundson?

    Please contact Dr. Amundson's office at (843) 692-1122 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Amundson's office located?

    Dr. Amundson's office is located in Myrtle Beach, SC.