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Dr. Timothy Albertson, MD, PHD

Dr. Timothy Albertson, MD, PHD

Sacramento, CA

42 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Albertson, Critical Care Internist in Sacramento, CA?

    Dr. Timothy Albertson, MD, PHD is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in Sacramento, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 42 years and is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine and American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Albertson completed his residency at Univ Ca Davis Med Ctr, Internal Medicine; University Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Albertson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Albertson’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Albertson’s office at (916) 734-3564.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Albertson?

    Dr. Timothy Albertson, MD, PHD is a highly-rated, board-certified Critical Care Internist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Albertson empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Critical Care, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Sacramento/CA community, Dr. Albertson is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Fellowship: (Clinical Pharmacology), UNIVERSITY CA DAVIS SCHOOL OF MEDICINE, DAVIS, CA | Uc Davis

    • Residency: Univ Ca Davis Med Ctr, Internal Medicine; University Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | U.C. Davis Medical Center | University of Arizona College of Medicine,Tucson, Az, United States

    • Medical School: University Of Ca- Davis- Sch Of Med- Davis Ca

    Is Dr. Albertson board certified in Critical Care Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Timothy Albertson, MD, PHD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine , American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Albertson speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Albertson treat?

    As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Albertson 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. Albertson. 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:

    • Sarcoidosis
    • Lung Sarcoidosis', 'Pulmonary Sarcoidosis', 'Boeck's Sarcoid
    • Sarcoid
    • Besnier-Boeck-Schaumann Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D860: Sarcoidosis of lung
    • D869: Sarcoidosis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath
    • R0609: Other forms of dyspnea

    Also known as:

    • Systolic Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure with Reduced Ejection Fraction
    • HFrEF
    • Pumping Heart Failure
    • Congestive Heart Failure
    • CHF
    • Cardiac Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I5020: Unspecified systolic (congestive) heart failure
    • I509: Heart failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Bronchiectasis
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Damaged Airways
    • Chronic Bronchial Dilation
    • Lung Airway Damage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J479: Bronchiectasis, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Cough
    • Cough
    • Persistent cough
    • Long-lasting cough
    • Ongoing cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R053: Chronic cough

    Also known as:

    • Asthma
    • Severe Persistent Asthma
    • Reactive Airway Disease
    • Bronchial Asthma
    • Allergic Asthma
    • Chronic Severe Asthma
    • Difficult-to-Treat Asthma
    • Severe Asthma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
    • J4550: Severe persistent asthma, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
    • Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease

    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:

    • 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:

    • Pulmonary Hypertension from Left Heart Disease
    • Pulmonary Hypertension
    • High Blood Pressure in Lungs due to Heart Failure
    • Left-Sided Heart Disease Pulmonary Hypertension
    • Heart-Related Lung Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2722: Pulmonary hypertension due to left heart disease

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
    • Unusual Lung Scan Results
    • Atypical Lung Imaging
    • Nonspecific Lung Abnormality

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field

    Also known as:

    • Emphysema
    • Pulmonary Emphysema
    • Lung Emphysema
    • Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J439: Emphysema, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Interstitial Lung Disease
    • ILD
    • Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Lung Disease
    • Lung Disease
    • Various lung conditions
    • Unspecified lung disorder
    • Miscellaneous lung problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J984: Other disorders of lung

    Which procedures does Dr. Albertson perform as a Critical Care Internist?

    As a Critical Care Internist, procedures performed by a Dr. Timothy Albertson may include:

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    Does Dr. Albertson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Albertson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (916) 734-3564 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Albertson accept in Sacramento, CA?

    Dr. Albertson in Sacramento, 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

    • Health Plan of San Joaquin

    • Imperial Health Plan (CA)

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other TPA

    • UnitedHealthcare

    • Universal Health Care

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    Where is Dr. Albertson's office located?

    Dr. Timothy Albertson's Primary Practice

    2315 Stockton Blvd

    Sacramento, CA 95817

    (916) 734-3564

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    Dr. Timothy Albertson's Practice 2

    4150 V St Ste 3400

    Sacramento, CA 95817

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    Dr. Timothy Albertson's Practice 3

    2825 J St Ste 400

    Sacramento, CA 95816

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    Recognitions

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    Sacramento Super Doctors

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

    Dr. Albertson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1184607236.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Albertson?

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

    What is Dr. Timothy Albertson's specialty?

    Dr. Albertson is a Critical Care Internist near Sacramento, CA. An internist specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and support of patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may hold administrative responsibilities within intensive care units and plays a key role in facilitating and coordinating patient care among primary physicians, critical care staff, and other specialists. Contact Dr. Albertson to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Timothy Albertson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Albertson is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: UC Davis 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 Critical Care Internist?

    Explore Critical Care Internist 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 Timothy Albertson accepting new patients in Sacramento, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Timothy Albertson is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Timothy Albertson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Albertson's office at (916) 734-3564 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Timothy Albertson?

    Please contact Dr. Albertson's office at (916) 734-3564 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Timothy Albertson have?

    Dr. Timothy Albertson is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine and American Board of Internal Medicine.

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