Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Mcelderry, Trauma Surgeon in Springfield, MO?
Dr. Joshua Mcelderry, MD is a Trauma Surgeon, who primarily practices in Springfield, MO with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Mcelderry is fluent in English and Russian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mcelderry’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mcelderry’s office at (417) 875-3000.
What languages does Dr. Mcelderry speak?
Dr. Mcelderry and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Russian
What conditions does Dr. Mcelderry treat?
As a Trauma Surgeon, Dr. Mcelderry 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. Mcelderry. 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:
- General Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- General Health Check
- Disease Screening
- Medical Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder
Also known as:
- Multiple Broken Ribs
- Chest Injuries and Disorder
- Fractures
- Multiple Rib Fractures
- Rib Cage Fracture
- Broken Ribs
ICD-10 Codes:
- S2242XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, left side, initial encounter for closed fracture
- S2241XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, right side, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Gallstones
- Cholelithiasis
- Gallbladder stones
- Biliary calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Acute Appendicitis
- Appendicitis
- Inflamed Appendix
- Sudden Appendix Inflammation
- Appendicitis Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis
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
Also known as:
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Swallowing Disorder
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Painful swallowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low Sodium Levels
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Sodium
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
Also known as:
- Concussion
- Mild Traumatic Brain Injury
- Brain Concussion
- Head Concussion
ICD-10 Codes:
- S060XAA: Concussion with loss of consciousness status unknown, initial encounter
Which procedures does Dr. Mcelderry perform as a Trauma Surgeon?
As a Trauma Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Joshua Mcelderry may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Mcelderry's office.
Does Dr. Mcelderry accept my insurance?
Dr. Mcelderry accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (417) 875-3000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Mcelderry accept in Springfield, MO?
Dr. Mcelderry in Springfield, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
OptumRx
Other TPA
State of Alabama
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Where is Dr. Mcelderry's office located?
Dr. Joshua Mcelderry's Primary Practice
3800 S National Ave Ste 600
Springfield, MO 65807
(417) 875-3000
What is Dr. Mcelderry's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Mcelderry's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1437308707.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mcelderry?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mcelderry
What is Dr. Joshua Mcelderry's specialty?
Dr. Mcelderry is a Trauma Surgeon near Springfield, MO. Trauma surgery is a recognized subspecialty within general surgery. These surgeons undergo a five-year general surgery residency and often pursue an optional one- to two-year fellowship in trauma or surgical critical care. This typically leads to board certification in surgical critical care, as there is currently no separate certification for trauma surgery. To obtain certification in surgical critical care, physicians must complete a fellowship in surgical or anesthesiology critical care, either during or after their general surgery residency. Contact Dr. Mcelderry to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Joshua Mcelderry affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Mcelderry is affiliated with Cox Medical Center South which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Joshua Mcelderry accepting new patients in Springfield, MO?
Yes, Dr. Joshua Mcelderry is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joshua Mcelderry offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Mcelderry's office at (417) 875-3000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joshua Mcelderry?
Please contact Dr. Mcelderry's office at (417) 875-3000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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