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Dr. Craig Furry, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist, Family Medicine Specialist

Alton, IL

37 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Furry, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Alton, IL?

    Dr. Craig Furry, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Alton, IL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 37 years and is board certified. Dr. Furry graduated from University Of Cincinnati College Of Medicine and completed his residency at Mem Hosp Of Carbondale, Family Medicine. Dr. Furry is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Furry’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Furry’s office at (618) 542-2129.

    Where did Dr. Furry go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Mem Hosp Of Carbondale, Family Medicine | Mem Hospital Of Carbondale | STILL OPTI/SIU Memorial Hospital of Carbondale Program

    • Medical School: University of Cincinnati Coll of Med, Cincinnati Oh | University of Cincinnati / Main Campus | University Of Cincinnati College Of Medicine

    Is Dr. Furry board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Craig Furry, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Furry speak?

    Dr. Furry and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Furry typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Furry 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. Furry. 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:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Furry typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Craig Furry may include:

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

    Does Dr. Furry accept my insurance?

    Dr. Furry accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (618) 542-2129 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Furry accept in Alton, IL?

    Dr. Furry in Alton, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • State of Illinois

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Furry's office located?

    Dr. Craig Furry's Primary Practice

    1 Saint Anthonys Way

    Alton, IL 62002

    (618) 542-2129

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    Dr. Craig Furry's Practice 2

    20 N Washington St Ste 2

    Du Quoin, IL 62832

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    Dr. Craig Furry's Practice 3

    1200 E Tremont St

    Hillsboro, IL 62049

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    What hospitals are Dr. Furry affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Furry has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Osf Saint Anthonys Health Center,Alton, IL
    Hillsboro Health Main Hospital,Hillsboro, IL
    Community Hospital Of Staunton,Staunton, IL
    Ssm Health Saint Louis University Hospital,Saint Louis, MO
    Gateway Regional Medical Center,Granite City, IL

    What is Dr. Furry's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Furry's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1609864750.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Furry?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Furry

    What is Dr. Craig Furry's specialty?

    Dr. Furry is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Alton, 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 Dr. Craig Furry affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Furry is affiliated with Anderson 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

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. 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. Craig Furry accepting new patients in Alton, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Craig Furry is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Craig Furry offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Furry's office at (618) 542-2129 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Craig Furry?

    Please contact Dr. Furry's office at (618) 542-2129 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Furry's office located?

    Dr. Furry's offices are located in Alton, IL, Du Quoin, IL, and Hillsboro, IL.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Craig Furry have?

    Dr. Craig Furry is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.