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Dr. Alex Htun, MD

Hospitalist, Family Medicine Specialist

Michigan City, IN

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Htun, Hospitalist in Michigan City, IN?

    Dr. Alex Htun, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Michigan City, IN with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Htun is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Htun’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Htun’s office at (219) 852-1524.

    What languages does Dr. Htun speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Htun typically treat?

    As a Hospitalist, Dr. Htun 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. Htun. 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 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:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • COPD Flare-Up
    • COPD
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Htun typically perform?

    As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Alex Htun may include:

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

    Does Dr. Htun accept my insurance?

    Dr. Htun accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (219) 852-1524 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Htun accept in Michigan City, IN?

    Dr. Htun in Michigan City, IN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Commercial

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Centene

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Health Alliance (HAMP)

    • Medicare

    • Peak

    • State of Illinois

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    Where is Dr. Htun's office located?

    Dr. Alex Htun's Primary Practice

    3500 Franciscan Way

    Michigan City, IN 46360

    (219) 852-1524

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    Dr. Alex Htun's Practice 2

    1044 N Francisco Ave

    Chicago, IL 60622

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    Dr. Alex Htun's Practice 3

    3643 W Belmont Ave

    Chicago, IL 60618

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    What hospitals are Dr. Htun affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Htun has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Osf Saint Elizabeth Medical Center - Ottawa,Ottawa, IL
    Sih Herrin Hospital,Herrin, IL
    Franciscan Health Michigan City,Michigan City, IN
    Perry Memorial Hospital,Princeton, IL

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

    Dr. Htun's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1326546201.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Htun?

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

    What is Dr. Alex Htun's specialty?

    Dr. Htun is a Hospitalist near Michigan City, IN.

    What does a Hospitalist do?

    Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.

    Is Dr. Alex Htun affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Htun is affiliated with Northwestern Medicine Mchenry Hospital, Iu Health Methodist 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 a Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hospitalist. 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. Alex Htun accepting new patients in Michigan City, IN?

    Yes, Dr. Alex Htun is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Alex Htun offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Htun's office at (219) 852-1524 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Alex Htun?

    Please contact Dr. Htun's office at (219) 852-1524 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Htun's office located?

    Dr. Htun's offices are located in Michigan City, IN and Chicago, IL.