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Dr. Laura Checkley

Emergency Medicine Specialist

San Francisco, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Checkley, Emergency Medicine Specialist in San Francisco, CA?

    Dr. Laura Checkley is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA. Dr. Checkley is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Checkley’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Checkley’s office at (415) 476-1000.

    What languages does Dr. Checkley speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Checkley typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Checkley 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. Checkley. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    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:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Checkley typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Laura Checkley may include:

    Please contact Dr. Checkley's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Checkley accept my insurance?

    Dr. Checkley accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 476-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Checkley accept in San Francisco, CA?

    Dr. Checkley in San Francisco, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • AlohaCare

    • Cigna Group

    • Conifer Health Solutions

    • Humana

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Quest

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Checkley's office located?

    Dr. Laura Checkley's Primary Practice

    505 Parnassus Ave

    San Francisco, CA 94143

    (415) 476-1000

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

    Dr. Checkley's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1225666803.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Checkley?

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

    What is Dr. Laura Checkley's specialty?

    Dr. Checkley is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near San Francisco, 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 Dr. Laura Checkley affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Checkley is affiliated with The Queen's Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Moanalua Medical Center, Pali Momi 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 Dr. Laura Checkley accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Laura Checkley is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Laura Checkley offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Checkley's office at (415) 476-1000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Laura Checkley?

    Please contact Dr. Checkley's office at (415) 476-1000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Checkley's office located?

    Dr. Checkley's office is located in San Francisco, CA.