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Who is Dr. Morton, Surgeon in Phoenix, AZ?
Dr. Scott Morton, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Phoenix, AZ with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Morton is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Morton’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Morton’s office at (602) 663-9371.
What languages does Dr. Morton speak?
Dr. Morton and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Morton treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Morton 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. Morton. 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:
- Groin Hernia (One Side)
- Ventral Hernia
- Diaphragmatic Hernia
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Single Groin Hernia
- Hernia in One Groin
- Abdominal Wall Hernia
- Epigastric Hernia
- Spigelian Hernia
- Hiatal Hernia
- Hernia of the Diaphragm
ICD-10 Codes:
- K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
- K439: Ventral hernia without obstruction or gangrene
- K449: Diaphragmatic hernia without obstruction or gangrene
Also known as:
- Gallstones
- Cholelithiasis
- Gallbladder stones
- Biliary calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Bowel Obstruction
- Blocked Intestines
- Gut Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction
Also known as:
- Gallstones with Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
- Bile Duct Disease
- Gallstones
- Acute cholecystitis with gallstones
- Gallbladder attack with stones
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8000: Calculus of gallbladder with acute cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Acute Appendicitis
- Appendicitis
- Inflamed Appendix
- Sudden Appendix Inflammation
- Appendicitis Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis
What procedures does Dr. Morton perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Morton 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. Morton. 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:
- Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
- Abdominal Hernia Repair with Mesh
- Laparoscopic Repair of Paraesophageal Hernia (No Mesh)
- Laparoscopic Repair of Recurrent Inguinal Hernia
- Small Abdominal Hernia Repair
- Laparoscopic Repair of Trapped Hernia
- Large Abdominal Hernia Repair
- Laparoscopic Paraesophageal Hernia Repair with Mesh
- Keyhole Groin Hernia Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Hernia Repair
- Laparoscopic Hernioplasty
- Ventral Hernia Repair
- Umbilical Hernia Repair
- Incisional Hernia Repair
- Epigastric Hernia Surgery
- Keyhole Paraesophageal Hernia Repair
- Laparoscopic Hiatal Hernia Repair
- Fundoplasty (Laparoscopic)
- Recurrent Groin Hernia Surgery
- Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernioplasty
- Ventral hernia repair
- Umbilical hernia surgery
- Epigastric hernia repair with mesh
- Incisional hernia repair
- Laparoscopic incarcerated hernia repair
- Strangulated hernia laparoscopic surgery
- Keyhole surgery for trapped hernia
- Recurrent Abdominal Hernia Surgery
- Incisional Hernia Surgery
- Hiatal Hernia Repair with Mesh
- Paraesophageal Hernia Surgery
- Laparoscopic Hernia Fix
CPT Codes:
- 49650: Laparoscopy, surgical; repair initial inguinal hernia
- 49593: Repair of anterior abdominal hernia(s) (ie, epigastric, incisional, ventral, umbilical, spigelian), any approach (ie, open, laparoscopic, robotic), initial, including implantation of mesh or other prosthesis when performed, total length of defect(s); 3 cm to 10 cm, reducible
- 43281: Laparoscopy, surgical, repair of paraesophageal hernia, includes fundoplasty, when performed; without implantation of mesh
- 49651: Laparoscopy, surgical; repair recurrent inguinal hernia
- 49591: Repair of anterior abdominal hernia(s) (ie, epigastric, incisional, ventral, umbilical, spigelian), any approach (ie, open, laparoscopic, robotic), initial, including implantation of mesh or other prosthesis when performed, total length of defect(s); less than 3 cm, reducible
- 49653: Laparoscopy, surgical, repair, ventral, umbilical, spigelian or epigastric hernia (includes mesh insertion, when performed); incarcerated or strangulated
- 49615: Repair of anterior abdominal hernia(s) (ie, epigastric, incisional, ventral, umbilical, spigelian), any approach (ie, open, laparoscopic, robotic), recurrent, including implantation of mesh or other prosthesis when performed, total length of defect(s); 3 cm to 10 cm, reducible
- 49595: Repair of anterior abdominal hernia(s) (ie, epigastric, incisional, ventral, umbilical, spigelian), any approach (ie, open, laparoscopic, robotic), initial, including implantation of mesh or other prosthesis when performed, total length of defect(s); greater than 10 cm, reducible
- 43282: Laparoscopy, surgical, repair of paraesophageal hernia, includes fundoplasty, when performed; with implantation of mesh
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal with X-ray
- Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
- Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
- Cholecystectomy with Cholangiography
- Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Removal
- Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
- Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 47563: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy with cholangiography
- 47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy
Also known as:
- Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Exam with Biopsy
- Lower Endoscopy
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Colon Biopsy
- Large Intestine Scope
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
CPT Codes:
- 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
- 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
Also known as:
- Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Endoscopy
- EGD with Biopsy
- Gastroscopy with Biopsy
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 43239: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with biopsy, single or multiple
Also known as:
- Emergency Abdominal Hernia Repair with Mesh
- Incarcerated Hernia Repair
- Strangulated Hernia Surgery
- Ventral Hernia Repair with Mesh
- Umbilical Hernia Repair
CPT Codes:
- 49594: Repair of anterior abdominal hernia(s) (ie, epigastric, incisional, ventral, umbilical, spigelian), any approach (ie, open, laparoscopic, robotic), initial, including implantation of mesh or other prosthesis when performed, total length of defect(s); 3 cm to 10 cm, incarcerated or strangulated
Also known as:
- Diagnostic Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
- EGD with Biopsy
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy
- Upper GI Endoscopy
- Stomach Scope with Sample
CPT Codes:
- 43235: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Appendectomy
- Minimally Invasive Appendectomy
- Keyhole Appendectomy
- Scope Appendectomy
CPT Codes:
- 44970: Laparoscopy, surgical, appendectomy
Also known as:
- Removal of Benign Skin Lesion
- Large Benign Skin Lesion Removal
- Benign Skin Growth Excision
- Skin Lesion Removal Surgery
- Mole Removal
- Skin Tumor Excision
- Skin Tumor Removal (Benign)
- Large Skin Lesion Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 11403: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), trunk, arms or legs; excised diameter 2.1 to 3.0 cm
- 11406: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), trunk, arms or legs; excised diameter over 4.0 cm
Also known as:
- Extensive Pilonidal Cyst Removal
- Simple Pilonidal Cyst Removal
- Pilonidal Sinus Excision
- Tailbone Cyst Surgery
- Sacrococcygeal Cyst Removal
- Tailbone Cyst Removal
- Sacrococcygeal Cyst Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 11771: Excision of pilonidal cyst or sinus; extensive
- 11770: Excision of pilonidal cyst or sinus; simple
Also known as:
- Removal of Benign Skin Lesion (Trunk/Limbs)
- Removal of Non-Cancerous Skin Growth (1.1-2.0 cm)
- Benign Skin Growth Excision
- Skin Lesion Removal Surgery
- Mole Removal (Large)
- Benign Skin Lesion Excision
- Skin Tumor Removal (Benign)
- Mole Removal (Non-Cancerous)
CPT Codes:
- 11404: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), trunk, arms or legs; excised diameter 3.1 to 4.0 cm
- 11402: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), trunk, arms or legs; excised diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm
Also known as:
- Intermediate Wound Repair (2.5 cm or less)
- Wounds and Injuries
- Complex Wound Closure
- Deep Wound Stitching
- Injury Repair
CPT Codes:
- 12031: Repair, intermediate, wounds of scalp, axillae, trunk and/or extremities (excluding hands and feet); 2.5 cm or less
Also known as:
- Inserting a Long-Term IV Port (Central Line)
- Tunneled central venous catheter insertion
- Subcutaneous port placement
- Central line with port
CPT Codes:
- 36561: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous access device, with subcutaneous port; age 5 years or older
Also known as:
- Tunneled Central Venous Catheter Removal
- Central Line Explant
- Port-a-Cath Removal
- Implantable Venous Access Device Removal
- Tunneled Catheter Extraction
CPT Codes:
- 36590: Removal of tunneled central venous access device, with subcutaneous port or pump, central or peripheral insertion
Also known as:
- Pulse Oximetry
- Oxygen Saturation Test
- Oximeter Reading
- Blood Oxygen Level Test
CPT Codes:
- 94760: Noninvasive ear or pulse oximetry for oxygen saturation; single determination
Also known as:
- Removal of Large Soft Tissue Tumor (Back/Flank)
- Subcutaneous Tumor Excision (Back)
- Flank Tumor Removal
- Large Soft Tissue Mass Excision
- Back Tumor Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 21931: Excision, tumor, soft tissue of back or flank, subcutaneous; 3 cm or greater
Also known as:
- Neurostimulator Device Implantation (Peripheral, Sacral, or Gastric)
- Nerve Stimulator Implant
- Sacral Neuromodulation Device
- Gastric Stimulator Placement
- Peripheral Nerve Stimulator
CPT Codes:
- 64590: Insertion or replacement of peripheral, sacral, or gastric neurostimulator pulse generator or receiver, requiring pocket creation and connection between electrode array and pulse generator or receiver
Does Dr. Morton accept my insurance?
Dr. Morton accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (602) 663-9371 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Morton accept in Phoenix, AZ?
Dr. Morton in Phoenix, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Banner Health
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
Mercy Care Plan
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Morton's office located?
Dr. Scott Morton's Primary Practice
19646 N 27th Ave Ste 201
Phoenix, AZ 85027
(602) 663-9371
What is Dr. Morton's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Morton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1992192959.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Morton?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Morton
What is Dr. Scott Morton's specialty?
Dr. Morton is a Surgeon near Phoenix, AZ. General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery. Contact Dr. Morton to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Scott Morton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Morton is affiliated with HonorHealth Deer Valley Medical Center, HonorHealth Scottsdale Thompson Peak Medical Center, HonorHealth Scottsdale Shea Medical Center, HonorHealth John C. Lincoln Medical Center, Banner Thunderbird Medical Center 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 Scott Morton accepting new patients in Phoenix, AZ?
Yes, Dr. Scott Morton is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Scott Morton offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Morton's office at (602) 663-9371 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Scott Morton?
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