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Dr. George Duncan, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Carlinville, IL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Duncan, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Carlinville, IL?

    Dr. George Duncan, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Carlinville, IL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Duncan graduated from University of Ghana School of Medicine and Dentistry and completed his residency at Univ Il Coll Med-Urbana, Internal Medicine; Good Samaritan Hosp Of Md, Internal Medicine. Dr. Duncan is fluent in English and Twi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Duncan’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Duncan’s office at (217) 428-1500.

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

    • Residency: Univ Il Coll Med-Urbana, Internal Medicine; Good Samaritan Hosp Of Md, Internal Medicine | U Ill Coll Med | University of Illinois College of Medicine at Urbana Program

    • Medical School: University of Ghana School of Medicine and Dentistry | University of Ghana School of Medicine and Dentistry

    Is Dr. Duncan board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. George Duncan, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Duncan speak?

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

    • English
    • Twi

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

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Duncan 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. Duncan. 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
    • Upper body pain
    • Precordial pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified
    • R072: Precordial pain

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Widespread Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • General stomach pain
    • Overall belly pain
    • Diffuse abdominal pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1084: Generalized abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Dehydration
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Lack of Fluids
    • Fluid Loss
    • Body Water Depletion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E860: Dehydration

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

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

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. George Duncan may include:

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

    Does Dr. Duncan accept my insurance?

    Dr. Duncan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (217) 428-1500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Duncan accept in Carlinville, IL?

    Dr. Duncan in Carlinville, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • AmeriBen

    • Centene

    • Centene Corporation

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • State of Illinois

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    Where is Dr. Duncan's office located?

    Dr. George Duncan's Primary Practice

    20733 N Broad St

    Carlinville, IL 62626

    (217) 428-1500

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    Dr. George Duncan's Practice 2

    2310 E Mound Rd

    Decatur, IL 62526

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    Dr. George Duncan's Practice 3

    1770 E Lake Shore Dr Ste 307

    Decatur, IL 62521

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    What hospitals are Dr. Duncan affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Duncan has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Carlinville Area Hospital & Clinics,Carlinville, IL
    Hshs St. Johns Hospital,Springfield, IL

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

    Dr. Duncan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1407871882.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Duncan?

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

    What is Dr. George Duncan's specialty?

    Dr. Duncan is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Carlinville, IL.

    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. George Duncan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Duncan is affiliated with Springfield Memorial Hospital, Decatur Memorial 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

    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. George Duncan accepting new patients in Carlinville, IL?

    Yes, Dr. George Duncan is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. George Duncan offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Duncan's office at (217) 428-1500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. George Duncan?

    Please contact Dr. Duncan's office at (217) 428-1500 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Duncan's office located?

    Dr. Duncan's offices are located in Carlinville, IL and Decatur, IL.

    Which board certifications does Dr. George Duncan have?

    Dr. George Duncan is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.