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Dr. James Morton, MD

Critical Care Internist

Bethesda, MD

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 Kaiser Permanente, Medicare 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 a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Morton typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    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

    What procedures does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Morton typically perform?

    As a Critical Care Internist, procedures performed by Dr. James Morton may include:

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

    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

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Jai Medical Systems

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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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

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    Dr. James Morton's Practice 2

    200 Memorial Ave

    Westminster, MD 21157

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    Dr. James Morton's Practice 3

    18105 Prince Philip Dr

    Olney, MD 20832

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    What is Dr. Morton's NPI number?A 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.

    What does a Critical Care Internist do?

    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.

    Is Dr. James Morton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Morton is affiliated with Medstar Montgomery Medical Center, Tidalhealth Peninsula Regional, Medstar Washington Hospital Center, Medstar Union Memorial Hospital, Tidalhealth Nanticoke 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 Critical Care Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Critical Care Internist. 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. 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 Dr. James Morton?

    Please contact Dr. Morton's office at (301) 896-3100 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Morton's office located?

    Dr. Morton's offices are located in Bethesda, MD, Westminster, MD, and Olney, MD.