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Dr. Shuntaye Batson, MD

Dr. Shuntaye Batson, MD

Surgeon

Jackson, MS

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 Medicare 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 a Surgeon like Dr. Batson typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Unspecified Injury
    • General injury
    • Injury, unknown type
    • Trauma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • T1490XA: Injury, unspecified, 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 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:

    • Traumatic Collapsed Lung
    • Pleural Disorder
    • Traumatic Air in Chest
    • Traumatic Pneumothorax
    • Injured Collapsed Lung

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S270XXA: Traumatic pneumothorax, initial encounter

    What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Batson typically perform?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Batson performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Feeding Tube Placement with Endoscopy
    • PEG Tube Placement
    • Gastrostomy Tube Insertion
    • EGD with Feeding Tube
    • Percutaneous Endoscopic Gastrostomy

    CPT Codes:

    • 43246: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with directed placement of percutaneous gastrostomy tube

    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

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • State of Mississippi

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Batson's office located?

    Dr. Shuntaye Batson's Primary Practice

    2500 N State St

    Jackson, MS 39216

    (601) 815-1312

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    What is Dr. Batson's NPI number?A 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.

    What does a Surgeon do?

    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.

    Is 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, Ochsner Rush Medical Center, 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 Dr. 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 Dr. Shuntaye Batson?

    Please contact Dr. Batson's office at (601) 815-1312 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Batson's office located?

    Dr. Batson's office is located in Jackson, MS.