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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. North, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Castro Valley, CA?
Dr. Riley North, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Castro Valley, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. North is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. North’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. North’s office at (501) 727-3015.
What languages does Dr. North speak?
Dr. North and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. North typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. North 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. North. 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:
- 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:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fast Heartbeat
- Arrhythmia
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
Also known as:
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1084: Generalized abdominal 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
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. North typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Riley North 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. North's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. North accept my insurance?
Dr. North accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (501) 727-3015 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. North accept in Castro Valley, CA?
Dr. North in Castro Valley, 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
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Shield of California
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
State of California
Sutter Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. North's office located?
Dr. Riley North's Primary Practice
20103 Lake Chabot Rd
Castro Valley, CA 94546
(501) 727-3015
What is Dr. North's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. North's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1316520224.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. North?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. North
What is Dr. Riley North's specialty?
Dr. North is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Castro Valley, 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. Riley North affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. North is affiliated with Eden Medical Center, California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus, California Pacific Medical Center - Mission Bernal Campus, California Pacific Medical Center - Davies Campus, Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Summit Campus, Kaiser Permanente San Leandro 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
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Is Riley North accepting new patients in Castro Valley, CA?
Yes, Dr. Riley North is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Riley North offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. North's office at (501) 727-3015 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Riley North?
Please contact Dr. North's office at (501) 727-3015 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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