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Dr. Dunston Hamilton, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Monroeville, AL

28 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Hamilton, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Monroeville, AL?

    Dr. Dunston Hamilton, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Monroeville, AL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 28 years. Dr. Hamilton is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hamilton’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hamilton’s office at (256) 845-3150.

    What languages does Dr. Hamilton speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Hamilton typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Hamilton 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. Hamilton. 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:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified
    • R072: Precordial pain

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    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

    Also known as:

    • Acute Bronchitis
    • Chest cold
    • Short-term bronchitis
    • Acute chest infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Hamilton typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Dunston Hamilton may include:

    Please contact Dr. Hamilton's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Hamilton accept my insurance?

    Dr. Hamilton accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (256) 845-3150 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Hamilton accept in Monroeville, AL?

    Dr. Hamilton in Monroeville, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of Alabama

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Viva Health

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    Where is Dr. Hamilton's office located?

    Dr. Dunston Hamilton's Primary Practice

    2016 S Alabama Ave

    Monroeville, AL 36460

    (256) 845-3150

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    Dr. Dunston Hamilton's Practice 2

    1301 Belleville Ave

    Brewton, AL 36426

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    Dr. Dunston Hamilton's Practice 3

    401 Medical Park Dr

    Atmore, AL 36502

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    What hospitals are Dr. Hamilton affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Hamilton has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Dale Medical Center,Ozark, AL
    Regional Medical Center Of Central Alabama,Greenville, AL
    Monroe County Hospital,Monroeville, AL
    Southeast Health Medical Center,Dothan, AL

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

    Dr. Hamilton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1598824526.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hamilton?

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

    What is Dr. Dunston Hamilton's specialty?

    Dr. Hamilton is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Monroeville, AL.

    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 Dr. Dunston Hamilton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Hamilton is affiliated with Uab Hospital, Usa Health University 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

    When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Dunston Hamilton accepting new patients in Monroeville, AL?

    Yes, Dr. Dunston Hamilton is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Dunston Hamilton offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Hamilton's office at (256) 845-3150 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Dunston Hamilton?

    Please contact Dr. Hamilton's office at (256) 845-3150 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Hamilton's office located?

    Dr. Hamilton's offices are located in Monroeville, AL, Brewton, AL, and Atmore, AL.