Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ambrose, Internist in Mount Vernon, IL?
Dr. Michael Ambrose, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Mount Vernon, IL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Ambrose is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ambrose’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ambrose’s office at (618) 233-7750.
What languages does Dr. Ambrose speak?
Dr. Ambrose and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Ambrose treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Ambrose 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. Ambrose. 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:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Menopause
- Climacteric
- The Change of Life
- Postmenopause
ICD-10 Codes:
- N951: Menopausal and female climacteric states
Also known as:
- Abnormal Blood Sugar
- Blood Glucose
- High blood glucose
- Low blood glucose
- Glucose intolerance
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7309: Other abnormal glucose
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:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Secondary Polycythemia
- Blood Disorder
- High red blood cell count (secondary)
- Excess red blood cells (secondary)
- Acquired polycythemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D751: Secondary polycythemia
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hormone Replacement Therapy
- HRT
- Hormone therapy
- Menopausal hormone treatment
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79890: Hormone replacement therapy
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Respiratory Failure
- Lung failure
- Breathing failure
- Respiratory insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9690: Respiratory failure, unspecified, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
Also known as:
- Coronavirus Infection
- Coronavirus
- Common Cold Coronavirus
- Respiratory Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B342: Coronavirus infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cellulitis
- Skin infection
- Bacterial skin inflammation
- Acute skin infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- L0390: Cellulitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
Also known as:
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- GI Bleeding
- Internal Digestive Bleeding
- Digestive Tract Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Ambrose perform as an Internist?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Michael Ambrose 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. Ambrose's office.
Does Dr. Ambrose accept my insurance?
Dr. Ambrose accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (618) 233-7750 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ambrose accept in Mount Vernon, IL?
Dr. Ambrose in Mount Vernon, 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
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Medicare
Molina
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Ambrose's office located?
Dr. Michael Ambrose's Primary Practice
605 N 12th St
Mount Vernon, IL 62864
(618) 233-7750
Dr. Michael Ambrose's Practice 2
5036 N Illinois St Ste 1
Fairview Heights, IL 62208
(618) 671-6800
What is Dr. Ambrose's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ambrose's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1538398680.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ambrose?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ambrose
What is Dr. Michael Ambrose's specialty?
Dr. Ambrose is a Internist near Mount Vernon, 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. Ambrose to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Michael Ambrose affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ambrose is affiliated with Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Anderson Hospital, Speare Memorial Hospital, 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
Where can I learn more about Internist?
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Is Michael Ambrose accepting new patients in Mount Vernon, IL?
Yes, Dr. Michael Ambrose is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Ambrose offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ambrose's office at (618) 233-7750 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Ambrose?
Please contact Dr. Ambrose's office at (618) 233-7750 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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