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37 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Murtagh, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Ridgecrest, CA?
Dr. James Murtagh, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Ridgecrest, CA. He has been practicing for over 37 years and is board certified. Dr. Murtagh is fluent in English, Armenian, Korean, Russian, Spanish, and Vietnamese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Murtagh’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Murtagh’s office.
Is Dr. Murtagh board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. James Murtagh, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Murtagh speak?
Dr. Murtagh and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Armenian
English
Korean
Russian
Spanish
Vietnamese
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Murtagh typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Murtagh 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. Murtagh. 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:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
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:
- Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Digestive Disease
- Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
- Non-Bacterial Colitis
- Gut Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Murtagh typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. James Murtagh may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Murtagh's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Murtagh accept my insurance?
Dr. Murtagh accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Murtagh accept in Ridgecrest, CA?
Dr. Murtagh in Ridgecrest, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Kern Health Systems
Medicare
State of Arkansas
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Murtagh's office located?
What is Dr. Murtagh's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Murtagh's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1760655526.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Murtagh?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Murtagh
What is Dr. James Murtagh's specialty?
Dr. Murtagh is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Ridgecrest, CA.
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 this Dr. James Murtagh affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Murtagh is affiliated with Christus St. Michael Health System, Vista Medical Center East, Uc Medical Center, Christus Good Shepherd Medical Center - Longview, Paris Regional Health, Uw Health Swedishamerican Hospital 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is James Murtagh accepting new patients in Ridgecrest, CA?
Yes, Dr. James Murtagh is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Murtagh offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Murtagh's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Murtagh?
Please contact Dr. Murtagh's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. James Murtagh have?
Dr. James Murtagh is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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1081 N China Lake Blvd
Ridgecrest, CA 93555