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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gorton, Trauma Surgeon in Gunnison, CO?
Dr. Lauren Gorton, MD is a Trauma Surgeon, who primarily practices in Gunnison, CO. Dr. Gorton is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gorton’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gorton’s office at (970) 641-1456.
What languages does Dr. Gorton speak?
Dr. Gorton and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Trauma Surgeon like Dr. Gorton typically treat?
As a Trauma Surgeon, Dr. Gorton 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. Gorton. 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:
- Acute Appendicitis
- Appendicitis
- Inflamed Appendix
- Sudden Appendix Inflammation
- Appendicitis Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis
Also known as:
- Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
- Gallbladder Disease
- Sudden Gallbladder Attack
- Acute Cholecystitis
- Sudden Gallbladder Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- K810: Acute cholecystitis
Also known as:
- Gallstones
- Cholelithiasis
- Gallbladder stones
- Biliary calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Partial Intestinal Obstruction
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Partial Bowel Blockage
- Incomplete Intestinal Obstruction
ICD-10 Codes:
- K56600: Partial intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to cause
What procedures does a Trauma Surgeon like Dr. Gorton typically perform?
As a Trauma Surgeon, Dr. Gorton performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Gorton. 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:
- Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal with X-ray
- Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
- Cholecystectomy with Cholangiography
- Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Removal
CPT Codes:
- 47563: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy with cholangiography
Does Dr. Gorton accept my insurance?
Dr. Gorton accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (970) 641-1456 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gorton accept in Gunnison, CO?
Dr. Gorton in Gunnison, CO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Gorton's office located?
What is Dr. Gorton's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gorton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1235581265.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gorton?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gorton
What is Dr. Lauren Gorton's specialty?
Dr. Gorton is a Trauma Surgeon near Gunnison, CO.
What does a Trauma Surgeon do?
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.
Is this Dr. Lauren Gorton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gorton is affiliated with Peacehealth Sacred Heart Medical Center Riverbend, Centerpoint Medical Center, Mckay-Dee 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
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Is Lauren Gorton accepting new patients in Gunnison, CO?
Yes, Dr. Lauren Gorton is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lauren Gorton offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gorton's office at (970) 641-1456 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lauren Gorton?
Please contact Dr. Gorton's office at (970) 641-1456 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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