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Dr. Amy Anton, MD

South Lake Tahoe, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Anton, Emergency Medicine Specialist in South Lake Tahoe, CA?

    Dr. Amy Anton, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in South Lake Tahoe, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine. Dr. Anton completed her residency at Uc Davis. Dr. Anton is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Anton’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Anton’s office at (530) 541-3420.

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

    • Residency: Uc Davis

    Is Dr. Anton board certified in Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Amy Anton, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Anton speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Anton treat?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Anton 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. Anton. 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:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain
    • Epigastric pain
    • Pain below breastbone
    • Upper stomach pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
    • R1013: Epigastric pain

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Moderate Persistent Asthma with Flare-up
    • Asthma
    • Moderate Asthma Exacerbation
    • Worsening Moderate Asthma
    • Acute Asthma Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J4541: Moderate persistent asthma with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Tooth Abscess
    • Abscess
    • Gum Disease
    • Dental abscess
    • Tooth infection
    • Periapical infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K047: Periapical abscess without sinus

    Also known as:

    • Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
    • Flu
    • Influenza with Breathing Problems
    • Flu with Cough
    • Severe Flu

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations

    Also known as:

    • Strep Throat
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Tonsillitis
    • Streptococcal tonsillitis
    • Bacterial tonsillitis
    • Acute strep throat

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J0300: Acute streptococcal tonsillitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Lower Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Which procedures does Dr. Anton perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Amy Anton may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Anton's office.

    Does Dr. Anton accept my insurance?

    Dr. Anton accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (530) 541-3420 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Anton accept in South Lake Tahoe, CA?

    Dr. Anton in South Lake Tahoe, 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

    • Blue Shield of California

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Health Plan of San Joaquin

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Renown Health / Hometown Health

    • State of Nevada

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Anton's office located?

    Dr. Amy Anton's Primary Practice

    2170 South Ave

    South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150

    (530) 541-3420

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    Dr. Amy Anton's Practice 2

    3860 Saddle Rd

    South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150

    (530) 543-5575

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    Dr. Amy Anton's Practice 3

    400 N McDowell Blvd

    Petaluma, CA 94954

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

    Dr. Anton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1235392861.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Anton?

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

    What is Dr. Amy Anton's specialty?

    Dr. Anton is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near South Lake Tahoe, CA. 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. Contact Dr. Anton to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Amy Anton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Anton is affiliated with Barton Memorial Hospital, Carson Tahoe Regional Medical Center 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

    Where can I learn more about Emergency Medicine Specialist?

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    Is Amy Anton accepting new patients in South Lake Tahoe, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Amy Anton is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Amy Anton offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Anton's office at (530) 541-3420 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Amy Anton?

    Please contact Dr. Anton's office at (530) 541-3420 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Amy Anton have?

    Dr. Amy Anton is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.

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