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Dr. Alison Bracken, DO

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Alpena, MI

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Bracken, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Alpena, MI?

    Dr. Alison Bracken, DO is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Alpena, MI. Dr. Bracken is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bracken’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bracken’s office at (989) 356-7242.

    What languages does Dr. Bracken speak?

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

    • English

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

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

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    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:

    • 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    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

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

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Alison Bracken may include:

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

    Does Dr. Bracken accept my insurance?

    Dr. Bracken accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (989) 356-7242 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Bracken accept in Alpena, MI?

    Dr. Bracken in Alpena, MI 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 Michigan

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

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    Where is Dr. Bracken's office located?

    Dr. Alison Bracken's Primary Practice

    1501 W Chisholm St

    Alpena, MI 49707

    (989) 356-7242

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

    Dr. Bracken's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1205218534.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bracken?

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

    What is Dr. Alison Bracken's specialty?

    Dr. Bracken is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Alpena, MI.

    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. Alison Bracken affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Bracken is affiliated with Mymichigan Medical Center Midland, Munson Medical Center, Mymichigan Medical Center Saginaw, Charlevoix Hospital, Mclaren Northern Michigan 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. Alison Bracken accepting new patients in Alpena, MI?

    Yes, Dr. Alison Bracken is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Alison Bracken offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Bracken's office at (989) 356-7242 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Alison Bracken?

    Please contact Dr. Bracken's office at (989) 356-7242 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Bracken's office located?

    Dr. Bracken's office is located in Alpena, MI.