Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Batson, Surgeon in Jackson, MS?
Dr. Shuntaye Batson, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Jackson, MS. Dr. Batson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Batson’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Batson’s office at (601) 815-1312.
What languages does Dr. Batson speak?
Dr. Batson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Batson treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Batson 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. Batson. 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:
- Unspecified Injury
- General injury
- Injury, unknown type
- Trauma
ICD-10 Codes:
- T1490XA: Injury, unspecified, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Traumatic Subdural Brain Bleed
- Subdural Hematoma
- Head Bleed
- Brain Hemorrhage
- Head Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S065XAA: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness status unknown, initial encounter
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:
- Traumatic Collapsed Lung
- Pleural Disorder
- Traumatic Air in Chest
- Traumatic Pneumothorax
- Injured Collapsed Lung
ICD-10 Codes:
- S270XXA: Traumatic pneumothorax, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Swallowing Disorder
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Painful swallowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Bowel Obstruction
- Blocked Intestines
- Gut Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction
Also known as:
- Multiple Broken Ribs
- Chest Injuries and Disorder
- Fractures
- Multiple rib fractures
- Rib cage injury
- Severe rib injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S2249XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, unspecified side, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Collapsed Lung with Blood
- Pleural Disorder
- Hemopneumothorax
- Blood and Air in Chest
- Traumatic Hemopneumothorax
ICD-10 Codes:
- S272XXA: Traumatic hemopneumothorax, initial encounter
Which procedures does Dr. Batson perform as a Surgeon?
As a Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Shuntaye Batson may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Batson's office.
Does Dr. Batson accept my insurance?
Dr. Batson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (601) 815-1312 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Batson accept in Jackson, MS?
Dr. Batson in Jackson, MS accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Mississippi
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska
Centene
Department of Veterans Affairs
Humana
Medicare
State of Mississippi
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Batson's office located?
What is Dr. Batson's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Batson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1770731689.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Batson?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Batson
What is Dr. Shuntaye Batson's specialty?
Dr. Batson is a Surgeon near Jackson, MS. General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery. Contact Dr. Batson to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Shuntaye Batson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Batson is affiliated with University of Mississippi Medical Center, Delta Health System, UMMC Grenada Hospital, Southwest Mississippi Regional Medical Center, Inova Alexandria 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
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Is Shuntaye Batson accepting new patients in Jackson, MS?
Yes, Dr. Shuntaye Batson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shuntaye Batson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Batson's office at (601) 815-1312 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shuntaye Batson?
Please contact Dr. Batson's office at (601) 815-1312 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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