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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shimak Morton, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Rock Island, IL?
Dr. Christina Shimak Morton, DO is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Rock Island, IL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Shimak Morton is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shimak Morton’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shimak Morton’s office.
What languages does Dr. Shimak Morton speak?
Dr. Shimak Morton and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Shimak Morton typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Shimak Morton 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. Shimak Morton. 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
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
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:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Digestive Disease
- Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
- Non-Bacterial Colitis
- Gut Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Shimak Morton typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Christina Shimak Morton may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Shimak Morton's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Shimak Morton accept my insurance?
Dr. Shimak Morton accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shimak Morton accept in Rock Island, IL?
Dr. Shimak Morton in Rock Island, 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
Centene Corporation
Cook County Health & Hospitals System
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Oscar Health
State of Illinois
Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
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Where is Dr. Shimak Morton's office located?
What is Dr. Shimak Morton's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shimak Morton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1285998088.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shimak Morton?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shimak Morton
What is Dr. Christina Shimak Morton's specialty?
Dr. Shimak Morton is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Rock Island, 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 this Dr. Christina Shimak Morton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shimak Morton is affiliated with Unitypoint Health - Trinity Rock Island, Unitypoint Health - Trinity Bettendorf, University Of Iowa Hospitals And Clinics, Genesis Medical Center, Davenport, East Rusholme Street 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
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Is Christina Shimak Morton accepting new patients in Rock Island, IL?
Yes, Dr. Christina Shimak Morton is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christina Shimak Morton offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shimak Morton's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christina Shimak Morton?
Please contact Dr. Shimak Morton's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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