25 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Munden, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Laguna Beach, CA?
Dr. Susan Munden, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Laguna Beach, CA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 25 years and is board certified. Dr. Munden completed her residency at Univ Ca Irvine Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Munden is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Munden’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Munden’s office at (949) 837-4500.
Where did Dr. Munden go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Ca Irvine Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine
Medical School: University Of Ca- Irvine- Ca Coll Of Med- Irvine Ca
Is Dr. Munden board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Susan Munden, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Munden speak?
Dr. Munden and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Munden typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Munden 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. Munden. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1013: Epigastric pain
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
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Munden typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Susan Munden 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. Munden's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Munden accept my insurance?
Dr. Munden accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (949) 837-4500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Munden accept in Laguna Beach, CA?
Dr. Munden in Laguna Beach, 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
Heritage Health
Inland Empire Health Plan
Inland Faculty Medical Group, Inc
Monarch HealthCare
OptumRx Administered Payer
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Munden's office located?
Dr. Susan Munden's Primary Practice
31872 Coast Hwy
Laguna Beach, CA 92651
(949) 837-4500
What is Dr. Munden's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Munden's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1053426486.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Munden?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Munden
What is Dr. Susan Munden's specialty?
Dr. Munden is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Laguna Beach, 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. Susan Munden affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Munden is affiliated with Riverside Community Hospital, Providence Mission Hospital Mission Viejo, Kaiser Permanente Orange County - Anaheim Medical Center, St. Bernardine Medical Center, Redlands Community Hospital, Kaiser Permanente Fontana 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
When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. Explore 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 Susan Munden accepting new patients in Laguna Beach, CA?
Yes, Dr. Susan Munden is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Susan Munden offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Munden's office at (949) 837-4500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Susan Munden?
Please contact Dr. Munden's office at (949) 837-4500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Susan Munden have?
Dr. Susan Munden is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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