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Dr. Charles Pennix, MD

Decatur, IL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Pennix, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Decatur, IL?

    Dr. Charles Pennix, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Decatur, IL with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Pennix graduated from Ohio State University / College of Medicine. Dr. Pennix is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pennix’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pennix’s office at (217) 464-2966.

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

    • Medical School: Ohio State University / College of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Pennix speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Pennix treat?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Pennix 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. Pennix. 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:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Depression (Single Episode)
    • Depression
    • Major depression
    • Depressive episode
    • Clinical depression
    • Major depressive disorder
    • Mood disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F329: Major depressive disorder, single episode, unspecified
    • F32A: Depression, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    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
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Strep Throat
    • Sore Throat
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Bacterial Sore Throat
    • Pharyngitis
    • Strep Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis

    Also known as:

    • Hypertensive Urgency
    • High Blood Pressure
    • High Blood Pressure Urgency
    • Urgent High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I160: Hypertensive urgency

    Also known as:

    • Heart Failure
    • Congestive Heart Failure
    • CHF
    • Cardiac Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I509: Heart failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COPD Flare-Up
    • COPD
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation

    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

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    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:

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Pennix perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Charles Pennix may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Pennix's office.

    Does Dr. Pennix accept my insurance?

    Dr. Pennix accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (217) 464-2966 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Pennix accept in Decatur, IL?

    Dr. Pennix in Decatur, 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)

    • Health Alliance (HAMP)

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of Illinois

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    Where is Dr. Pennix's office located?

    Dr. Charles Pennix's Primary Practice

    1800 E Lake Shore Dr

    Decatur, IL 62521

    (217) 464-2966

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    Dr. Charles Pennix's Practice 2

    701 N 1st St

    Springfield, IL 62781

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

    Dr. Pennix's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1437447091.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pennix?

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

    What is Dr. Charles Pennix's specialty?

    Dr. Pennix is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Decatur, IL. 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. Contact Dr. Pennix to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Charles Pennix affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

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

    Where can I learn more about Emergency Medicine Specialist?

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    Is Charles Pennix accepting new patients in Decatur, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Charles Pennix is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Charles Pennix offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Pennix's office at (217) 464-2966 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Charles Pennix?

    Please contact Dr. Pennix's office at (217) 464-2966 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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