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Dr. Gary Morton, MD

Cullman, AL

26 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Morton, Anesthesiologist in Cullman, AL?

    Dr. Gary Morton, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Cullman, AL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology. Dr. Morton completed his residency at Carraway Methodist Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Morton is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Morton’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Morton’s office at (256) 737-2639.

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

    • Residency: Carraway Methodist Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year | University Of Alabama Hospital

    Is Dr. Morton board certified in Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Gary Morton, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Morton speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Morton treat?

    As a Anesthesiologist, 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.

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
    • Neck Spinal Stenosis
    • Cervical Spinal Stenosis
    • Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
    • Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Lumbar Stenosis
    • Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
    • Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
    • Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
    • Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Cervical Stenosis
    • Narrowing of the Neck Spinal Canal
    • Cervical Foraminal Stenosis
    • Disc Spinal Narrowing
    • Narrowing of the Lower Back Spinal Canal
    • Lumbar Foraminal Stenosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
    • M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
    • M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
    • M9971: Connective tissue and disc stenosis of intervertebral foramina of cervical region
    • M9973: Connective tissue and disc stenosis of intervertebral foramina of lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Herniated Disc in Lower Back with Radiculopathy
    • Slipped Disc in Lower Back causing Nerve Pain
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5116: Intervertebral disc disorders with radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Disc Degeneration
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
    • Worn Lumbar Discs
    • Lumbar Disc Wear and Tear

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5136: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Cataract
    • Cloudy Lens
    • Lens Opacity
    • Eye Clouding

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H269: Unspecified cataract

    Also known as:

    • Other Chronic Pain Condition
    • Chronic Pain
    • Various chronic pain
    • Unspecified long-term pain
    • Persistent pain disorders

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8929: Other chronic pain

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Cataract
    • Cataract
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes-related cataract
    • Cloudy lens from diabetes
    • Diabetic eye cataract

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1136: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic cataract

    Also known as:

    • Acute pain after medical procedure
    • Pain
    • Acute post-operative pain
    • Pain after surgery
    • Post-procedural pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain

    Also known as:

    • Neck Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Herniated Disc in Neck with Radiculopathy
    • Pinched Nerve in Neck
    • Slipped Disc causing Nerve Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5010: Cervical disc disorder with radiculopathy, unspecified cervical region

    Also known as:

    • Pinched Nerve in Neck
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Cervical Radiculopathy
    • Neck Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Neck

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region

    What procedures does Dr. Morton perform?

    As a Anesthesiologist, Dr. Morton 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. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection with Imaging
    • Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Injection
    • Epidural Steroid Injection
    • Caudal Epidural Injection
    • Spinal Nerve Block
    • Pain Management Injection
    • TFESI (Lumbar)
    • Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
    • Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging
    • Cervical Epidural Injection
    • Thoracic Epidural Injection
    • Pain Relief Spinal Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 62323: Injection(s), of diagnostic or therapeutic substance(s) (eg, anesthetic, antispasmodic, opioid, steroid, other solution), not including neurolytic substances, including needle or catheter placement, interlaminar epidural or subarachnoid, lumbar or sacral (caudal); with imaging guidance (ie, fluoroscopy or CT)
    • 64483: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, single level
    • 62321: Injection(s), of diagnostic or therapeutic substance(s) (eg, anesthetic, antispasmodic, opioid, steroid, other solution), not including neurolytic substances, including needle or catheter placement, interlaminar epidural or subarachnoid, cervical or thoracic; with imaging guidance (ie, fluoroscopy or CT)

    Also known as:

    • Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection (Guided)
    • Transforaminal Epidural Injection
    • Spinal Nerve Block
    • Lower Back Pain Injection with Guidance

    CPT Codes:

    • 64484: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, each additional level (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Does Dr. Morton accept my insurance?

    Dr. Morton accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (256) 737-2639 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Morton accept in Cullman, AL?

    Dr. Morton in Cullman, AL 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 Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)

    • CSA Welfare Fund

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Alabama

    • State of Tennessee

    • Viva Health

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    Where is Dr. Morton's office located?

    Dr. Gary Morton's Primary Practice

    1912 AL Highway 157

    Cullman, AL 35058

    (256) 737-2639

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    Dr. Gary Morton's Practice 2

    3400 Highway 78 E

    Jasper, AL 35501

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    Dr. Gary Morton's Practice 3

    1323 Summitt

    Jasper, AL 35501

    (205) 221-1324

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    What is Dr. Morton's NPI number?An 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 1497720478.

    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. Gary Morton's specialty?

    Dr. Morton is a Anesthesiologist near Cullman, AL. A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer. Contact Dr. Morton to book an appointment today.

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

    No, Morton is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Walker Baptist Medical Center. 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

    Where can I learn more about Anesthesiologist?

    Explore Anesthesiologist with 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 Gary Morton accepting new patients in Cullman, AL?

    Yes, Dr. Gary Morton is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Gary Morton offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Morton's office at (256) 737-2639 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Gary Morton?

    Please contact Dr. Morton's office at (256) 737-2639 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Gary Morton have?

    Dr. Gary Morton is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.

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