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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Harrison, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Decatur, AL?
Dr. Sally Harrison, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Decatur, AL. Dr. Harrison is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Harrison’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Harrison’s office at (601) 984-1000.
What languages does Dr. Harrison speak?
Dr. Harrison and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Harrison typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Harrison 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. Harrison. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Acute pain from injury
- Pain
- Traumatic pain
- Injury pain
- Sudden pain from trauma
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8911: Acute pain due to trauma
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Dehydration
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Lack of Fluids
- Fluid Loss
- Body Water Depletion
ICD-10 Codes:
- E860: Dehydration
Also known as:
- Fast Heartbeat
- Arrhythmia
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
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
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Harrison typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Sally Harrison 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. Harrison's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Harrison accept my insurance?
Dr. Harrison accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (601) 984-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Harrison accept in Decatur, AL?
Dr. Harrison in Decatur, AL 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 Michigan
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Devoted Health
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Harrison's office located?
What is Dr. Harrison's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Harrison's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1437787140.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Harrison?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Harrison
What is Dr. Sally Harrison's specialty?
Dr. Harrison is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Decatur, AL.
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 this Dr. Sally Harrison affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Harrison is affiliated with Huntsville Hospital, Uab Hospital 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
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Is Sally Harrison accepting new patients in Decatur, AL?
Yes, Dr. Sally Harrison is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sally Harrison offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Harrison's office at (601) 984-1000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sally Harrison?
Please contact Dr. Harrison's office at (601) 984-1000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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