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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Morton, Critical Care Internist in Bethesda, MD?
Dr. James Morton, MD is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in Bethesda, MD with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Morton graduated from University of Maryland School of Medicine and completed his residency at George Washington Univ Hosp. Dr. Morton is fluent in English, French, German, Greek, Modern (1453-), and Italian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Morton’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Morton’s office at (301) 896-3100.
Where did Dr. Morton go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: George Washington Univ Hosp
Medical School: University of Maryland At Baltimore / Professional Schools | University of Maryland School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Morton speak?
Dr. Morton and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
German
Greek, Modern (1453-)
Italian
What conditions does Dr. Morton treat?
As a Critical Care Internist, 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
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
- Lung failure
- Breathing failure
- Respiratory insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9690: Respiratory failure, unspecified, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
Also known as:
- Low Blood Pressure
- Hypotension
- Blood Pressure Drop
- Fainting Spells
ICD-10 Codes:
- I959: Hypotension, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Which procedures does Dr. Morton perform as a Critical Care Internist?
As a Critical Care Internist, procedures performed by Dr. James Morton may include:
- Arterial Line Placement
- Critical Care Consultation
- Critical Care Follow Up
- Intensive Critical Care Consultation
- Intensive Critical Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Morton's office.
Does Dr. Morton accept my insurance?
Dr. Morton accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (301) 896-3100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Morton accept in Bethesda, MD?
Dr. Morton in Bethesda, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Carefirst BlueCross BlueShield
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Federal Employee Program
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
State of Maryland
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Morton's office located?
Dr. James Morton's Primary Practice
8600 Old Georgetown Rd
Bethesda, MD 20814
(301) 896-3100
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 1114975778.
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. James Morton's specialty?
Dr. Morton is a Critical Care Internist near Bethesda, MD. An internist specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and support of patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may hold administrative responsibilities within intensive care units and plays a key role in facilitating and coordinating patient care among primary physicians, critical care staff, and other specialists. Contact Dr. Morton to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. James Morton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Morton is affiliated with MedStar Montgomery Medical Center, MedStar Washington Hospital Center, MedStar Union Memorial Hospital, MedStar Franklin Square 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 James Morton accepting new patients in Bethesda, MD?
Yes, Dr. James Morton is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Morton offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Morton's office at (301) 896-3100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Morton?
Please contact Dr. Morton's office at (301) 896-3100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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