32 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shochet, Infectious Disease Specialist in Easton, MD?
Dr. Morris Shochet, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Easton, MD with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 32 years. Dr. Shochet graduated from Eastern Virginia Medical School and completed his residency at Univ Hosp-Suny Stony Brook, Infectious Diseases; Pinnaclehlth Sys-Harrisburg, Internal Medicine. Dr. Shochet is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shochet’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shochet’s office at (410) 553-8085.
Where did Dr. Shochet go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Hosp-Suny Stony Brook, Infectious Diseases; Pinnaclehlth Sys-Harrisburg, Internal Medicine | University Hospital - SUNY at Stony Brook Program
Medical School: Eastern Virginia Medical School
What languages does Dr. Shochet speak?
Dr. Shochet and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Shochet treat?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Shochet 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. Shochet. 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:
- Chronic Skin Ulcer on Right Lower Leg
- Chronic Skin Ulcer on Left Lower Leg
- Chronic Skin Ulcer on Back
- Chronic Skin Ulcer
- Skin Condition
- Non-Pressure Leg Sore
- Persistent Leg Wound
- Right Leg Skin Ulcer
- Open Sore on Lower Leg
- Left Leg Skin Ulcer
- Non-Pressure Back Sore
- Persistent Back Wound
- Dermal Ulcer on Back
- Open Sore on Back
- Open Sore
- Skin Wound
- Non-healing Wound
ICD-10 Codes:
- L97919: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of unspecified part of right lower leg with unspecified severity
- L97929: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of unspecified part of left lower leg with unspecified severity
- L98429: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of back with unspecified severity
- L98499: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of skin of other sites with unspecified severity
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- MSSA Blood Poisoning
- Staphylococcal Infection
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
- MSSA Sepsis
- Methicillin-Sensitive Staph Sepsis
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
- A4101: Sepsis due to Methicillin susceptible Staphylococcus aureus
Also known as:
- HIV
- Human Immunodeficiency Virus
- AIDS virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease
Also known as:
- Blood Infection
- Sepsis
- Bacteremia
- Bacteria in blood
- Bloodstream infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7881: Bacteremia
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:
- Aspiration Pneumonia
- Pneumonia
- Inhalation Pneumonia
- Chemical Pneumonitis
- Aspiration Lung Infection
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J690: Pneumonitis due to inhalation of food and vomit
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Bone Infection
- Osteomyelitis
- Infected Bone
- Bone Inflammation
- Bone Infection Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M869: Osteomyelitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shock
- Circulatory Collapse
- Systemic Shock
- Unspecified Shock
ICD-10 Codes:
- R579: Shock, unspecified
Also known as:
- Asymptomatic HIV Infection
- HIV
- HIV positive without symptoms
- Latent HIV infection
- HIV carrier
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z21: Asymptomatic human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] infection status
Also known as:
- High White Blood Cell Count
- Blood Disorder
- Leukocytosis
- Elevated leukocyte count
- High WBC count
ICD-10 Codes:
- D72829: Elevated white blood cell count, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Respiratory Failure
- Lung failure
- Breathing failure
- Respiratory insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9690: Respiratory failure, unspecified, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
Also known as:
- Chronic Ulcer of the Right Ankle
- Skin Condition
- Skin Ulcer
- Open Sore
- Venous Ulcer
- Non-healing Wound
ICD-10 Codes:
- L97319: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of right ankle with unspecified severity
Also known as:
- Peritonitis
- Peritoneal Disorder
- Inflammation of peritoneum
- Abdominal lining inflammation
- Peritoneal infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- K659: Peritonitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Bacterial Infection
- Bacterial Disease
- Germ Infection
- Microbial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A498: Other bacterial infections of unspecified site
What procedures does Dr. Shochet perform?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Shochet 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. Shochet. 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:
- Unna Boot Application
- Wound Debridement
- Compression Boot Application
- Unna Paste Bandage
- Leg Ulcer Dressing
- Surgical Wound Cleaning
- Tissue Removal from Wound
- Dead Tissue Removal
CPT Codes:
- 29580: Strapping; Unna boot
- 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
Also known as:
- Chemical Cauterization of Granulation Tissue
- Proud flesh removal
- Chemical burn for wound overgrowth
- Granulation tissue treatment
- Wound cautery
CPT Codes:
- 17250: Chemical cauterization of granulation tissue (ie, proud flesh)
Does Dr. Shochet accept my insurance?
Dr. Shochet accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (410) 553-8085 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shochet accept in Easton, MD?
Dr. Shochet in Easton, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Carefirst BlueCross BlueShield
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Humana
Johns Hopkins
Maryland Physicians Care
Medicare
State of Maryland
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Shochet's office located?
Dr. Morris Shochet's Primary Practice
219 S Washington St
Easton, MD 21601
(410) 553-8085
What is Dr. Shochet's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shochet's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1376525956.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shochet?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shochet
What is Dr. Morris Shochet's specialty?
Dr. Shochet is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Easton, MD.
An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.
Contact Dr. Shochet to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Morris Shochet affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shochet is affiliated with UM Baltimore Washington Medical Center 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
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Is Morris Shochet accepting new patients in Easton, MD?
Yes, Dr. Morris Shochet is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Morris Shochet offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shochet's office at (410) 553-8085 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Morris Shochet?
Please contact Dr. Shochet's office at (410) 553-8085 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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