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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Collins, Internist in Alton, IL?
Dr. James Edward Collins is an Internist, who primarily practices in Alton, IL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Collins is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Collins’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Collins’s office at (618) 465-2571.
What languages does Dr. Collins speak?
Dr. Collins and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Collins treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Collins 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. Collins. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
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:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Which procedures does Dr. Collins perform as an Internist?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. James Edward Collins may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Collins' office.
Does Dr. Collins accept my insurance?
Dr. Collins accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (618) 465-2571 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Collins accept in Alton, IL?
Dr. Collins in Alton, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
District of Columbia
Medicare
Meridian Health Plan
Molina
SGS North America Inc
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Collins' office located?
Dr. James Edward Collins' Primary Practice
1 Saint Anthonys Way
Alton, IL 62002
(618) 465-2571
What is Dr. Collins's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Collins's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1386107266.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Collins?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Collins
What is Dr. James Edward Collins's specialty?
Dr. Collins is a Internist near Alton, IL.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. Collins to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. James Edward Collins affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Collins is affiliated with HSHS St. Anthony's Memorial Hospital, Holy Cross Hospital - Silver Spring, MedStar Washington Hospital Center, Sarah Bush Lincoln Health 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
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Is James Edward Collins accepting new patients in Alton, IL?
Yes, Dr. James Edward Collins is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Edward Collins offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Collins's office at (618) 465-2571 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Edward Collins?
Please contact Dr. Collins's office at (618) 465-2571 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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