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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gorton, Internist in Belzoni, MS?
Dr. Sidney Gorton, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Belzoni, MS. Dr. Gorton graduated from University of Mississippi School of Medicine. Dr. Gorton is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gorton’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gorton’s office at (662) 247-2105.
Where did Dr. Gorton go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Mississippi School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Gorton speak?
Dr. Gorton and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Gorton typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Gorton 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. Gorton. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- AD
- Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
- Paralysis
- Stroke
- Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
- Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
- Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
- Hemiparesis after brain infarction
ICD-10 Codes:
- I69354: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting left non-dominant side
- I69351: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting right dominant side
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 Internist like Dr. Gorton typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Gorton 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. Gorton. 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:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Does Dr. Gorton accept my insurance?
Dr. Gorton accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (662) 247-2105 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gorton accept in Belzoni, MS?
Dr. Gorton in Belzoni, MS accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Mississippi
Centene Corporation
Fox Everett
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Shared Health
State of Mississippi
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Gorton's office located?
What is Dr. Gorton's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gorton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1972572683.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gorton?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gorton
What is Dr. Sidney Gorton's specialty?
Dr. Gorton is a Internist near Belzoni, MS.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Sidney Gorton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gorton is affiliated with University Of Mississippi 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 Sidney Gorton accepting new patients in Belzoni, MS?
Yes, Dr. Sidney Gorton is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sidney Gorton offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gorton's office at (662) 247-2105 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sidney Gorton?
Please contact Dr. Gorton's office at (662) 247-2105 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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