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Dr. Thomas Murphy, MD

Mount Vernon, IL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Murphy, Pulmonologist in Mount Vernon, IL?

    Dr. Thomas Murphy, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Mount Vernon, IL. Dr. Murphy is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Murphy’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Murphy’s office at (541) 706-7715.

    What languages does Dr. Murphy speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Murphy typically treat?

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Murphy 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. Murphy. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute Respiratory Failure with High Carbon Dioxide
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
    • Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
    • Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Sudden lung failure with high CO2
    • Hypercapnic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypercapnia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9602: Acute respiratory failure with hypercapnia

    Also known as:

    • COPD Flare-Up
    • COPD
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • Sudden Cardiac Arrest
    • Heart stops beating
    • Cardiopulmonary arrest

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I469: Cardiac arrest, cause 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 Pulmonologist like Dr. Murphy typically perform?

    Does Dr. Murphy accept my insurance?

    Dr. Murphy accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (541) 706-7715 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Murphy accept in Mount Vernon, IL?

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

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee

    • Centene Corporation

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Medica Group

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Murphy's office located?

    Dr. Thomas Murphy's Primary Practice

    1 Good Samaritan Way

    Mount Vernon, IL 62864

    (541) 706-7715

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

    Dr. Murphy's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1457369712.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Murphy?

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

    What is Dr. Thomas Murphy's specialty?

    Dr. Murphy is a Pulmonologist near Mount Vernon, IL.

    What does a Pulmonologist do?

    An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders.

    Is this Dr. Thomas Murphy affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Murphy is affiliated with West Tennessee Healthcare Jackson-Madison County General Hospital, Unitypoint Health - St. Luke's, Bryan Health Kearney Regional Medical Center, Nebraska 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

    When to see a Pulmonologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pulmonologist. 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 Thomas Murphy accepting new patients in Mount Vernon, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Thomas Murphy is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Thomas Murphy offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Murphy's office at (541) 706-7715 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Thomas Murphy?

    Please contact Dr. Murphy's office at (541) 706-7715 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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