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Dr. Ruth Ochoa, MD
Stockton, CA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ochoa, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Emergency Medicine Specialist in Stockton, CA?
Dr. Ruth Ochoa, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Stockton, CA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Ochoa is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ochoa’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ochoa’s office at (209) 476-2000.
Is Dr. Ochoa board certified as a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Ruth Ochoa, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Ochoa speak?
Dr. Ochoa and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ochoa typically treat?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Ochoa 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. Ochoa. 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:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Ear Infection
- Otitis Media
- Middle Ear Infection
- Ear Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6692: Otitis media, unspecified, left ear
Also known as:
- Painful Urination
- Urine and Urination
- Dysuria
- Burning when peeing
- Stinging during urination
ICD-10 Codes:
- R300: Dysuria
What procedures does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ochoa typically perform?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Ruth Ochoa may include:
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Consultation
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Follow Up
- Palliative Care
- Palliative Chemotherapy
- Pediatric Palliative Care
Please contact Dr. Ochoa's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ochoa accept my insurance?
Dr. Ochoa accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (209) 476-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ochoa accept in Stockton, CA?
Dr. Ochoa in Stockton, 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
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ochoa's office located?
What is Dr. Ochoa's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ochoa's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1508028481.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ochoa?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ochoa
What is Dr. Ruth Ochoa's specialty?
Dr. Ochoa is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Emergency Medicine Specialist near Stockton, CA.
What does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An Emergency Medicine Physician who possesses advanced knowledge and skills in preventing and alleviating the suffering of patients with life-limiting illnesses. This specialist collaborates with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to enhance quality of life while addressing not only physical symptoms but also the psychological, social, and spiritual needs of both patients and their families. This specialist provides a complete care throughout the disease's progression, the dying process, and offer support to the family afterward. They excel in assessing the patients with advanced illness, managing distressing symptoms, coordinating interdisciplinary, patient- and family-centered care across various settings, utilizing specialized care systems like hospice, managing the care of imminently dying patients, and navigating legal and ethical considerations in end-of-life care.
Is this Dr. Ruth Ochoa affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ochoa is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Santa Rosa 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 Ruth Ochoa accepting new patients in Stockton, CA?
Yes, Dr. Ruth Ochoa is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ruth Ochoa offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ochoa's office at (209) 476-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ruth Ochoa?
Please contact Dr. Ochoa's office at (209) 476-2000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ruth Ochoa have?
Dr. Ruth Ochoa is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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