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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Phemister, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Carbondale, IL?
Dr. Dominic Phemister, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Carbondale, IL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Phemister is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Phemister’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Phemister’s office at (618) 549-0721.
What languages does Dr. Phemister speak?
Dr. Phemister and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Phemister typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Phemister 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. Phemister. 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
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
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:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
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:
- 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
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Phemister typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Dominic Phemister may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Phemister's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Phemister accept my insurance?
Dr. Phemister accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (618) 549-0721 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Phemister accept in Carbondale, IL?
Dr. Phemister in Carbondale, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
AmeriBen
Centene
Centene Corporation
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of Illinois
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Phemister's office located?
Dr. Dominic Phemister's Primary Practice
405 W Jackson St
Carbondale, IL 62901
(618) 549-0721
What is Dr. Phemister's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Phemister's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1306339189.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Phemister?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Phemister
What is Dr. Dominic Phemister's specialty?
Dr. Phemister is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Carbondale, 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 this Dr. Dominic Phemister affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Phemister is affiliated with Springfield Memorial Hospital 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
When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Dominic Phemister accepting new patients in Carbondale, IL?
Yes, Dr. Dominic Phemister is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Dominic Phemister offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Phemister's office at (618) 549-0721 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dominic Phemister?
Please contact Dr. Phemister's office at (618) 549-0721 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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