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Who is Dr. Pliura, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Marion, IL?
Dr. Thomas Pliura, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Marion, IL. Dr. Pliura completed his residency at Baylor Coll Of Med, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Pliura is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pliura’s office at (618) 993-1400.
Where did Dr. Pliura go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Baylor Coll Of Med, Flexible Or Transitional Year
Medical School: University Of Il Coll Of Med- Chicago Il
What languages does Dr. Pliura speak?
Dr. Pliura and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Pliura typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Pliura 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. Pliura. 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:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Exposure to COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- COVID-19 contact
- Suspected coronavirus exposure
- SARS-CoV-2 exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sinusitis
- Sinus Infection
- Rhinosinusitis
- Acute Sinus Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J0190: Acute sinusitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Bronchitis
- Chest cold
- Short-term bronchitis
- Acute chest infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Pliura typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Thomas Pliura 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. Pliura's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Pliura accept my insurance?
Dr. Pliura accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (618) 993-1400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pliura accept in Marion, IL?
Dr. Pliura in Marion, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Allied Benefit Systems
Cigna Group
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Where is Dr. Pliura's office located?
Dr. Thomas Pliura's Primary Practice
3003 Civic Circle Blvd Ste 200
Marion, IL 62959
(618) 993-1400
What is Dr. Pliura's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pliura's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1124054010.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pliura?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pliura
What is Dr. Thomas Pliura's specialty?
Dr. Pliura is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Marion, 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. Thomas Pliura affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Pliura is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Thomas Pliura accepting new patients in Marion, IL?
Yes, Dr. Thomas Pliura is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Thomas Pliura offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pliura's office at (618) 993-1400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Thomas Pliura?
Please contact Dr. Pliura's office at (618) 993-1400 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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