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Dr. Gregory Folkert, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Alton, IL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Folkert, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Alton, IL?

    Dr. Gregory Folkert, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Alton, IL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Folkert is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Folkert’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Folkert’s office at (618) 465-2571.

    Where did Dr. Folkert go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: University of Mi Med Sch

    Is Dr. Folkert board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Gregory Folkert, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Folkert speak?

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

    • English

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

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

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    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

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
    • Flu
    • Influenza with Breathing Problems
    • Flu with Cough
    • Severe Flu

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

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

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Gregory Folkert may include:

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

    Does Dr. Folkert accept my insurance?

    Dr. Folkert accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (618) 465-2571 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Folkert accept in Alton, IL?

    Dr. Folkert in Alton, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Allied Benefit Systems

    • Centene

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • State of Illinois

    • Tall Tree Administrators

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Folkert's office located?

    Dr. Gregory Folkert's Primary Practice

    1 Saint Anthonys Way

    Alton, IL 62002

    (618) 465-2571

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    Dr. Gregory Folkert's Practice 2

    12303 De Paul Dr

    Bridgeton, MO 63044

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    Dr. Gregory Folkert's Practice 3

    10010 Kennerly Rd

    Saint Louis, MO 63128

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

    Dr. Folkert's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063538015.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Folkert?

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

    What is Dr. Gregory Folkert's specialty?

    Dr. Folkert is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Alton, IL.

    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. Gregory Folkert affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Folkert is affiliated with Mercy Hospital Lincoln, Mercy Hospital St. Louis, Ssm Health Depaul Hospital - St. Louis, Mercy Hospital South 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

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    Is Dr. Gregory Folkert accepting new patients in Alton, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Gregory Folkert is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Gregory Folkert offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Folkert's office at (618) 465-2571 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Gregory Folkert?

    Please contact Dr. Folkert's office at (618) 465-2571 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Folkert's office located?

    Dr. Folkert's offices are located in Alton, IL, Bridgeton, MO, and Saint Louis, MO.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Gregory Folkert have?

    Dr. Gregory Folkert is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.