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Dr. Roberto Zappacosta, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Valencia, CA

24 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Zappacosta, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Valencia, CA?

    Dr. Roberto Zappacosta, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Valencia, CA. He has been practicing for over 24 years and is board certified. Dr. Zappacosta graduated from Loma Linda University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Orlando Reg Healthcare Sys, Emergency Medicine; Carolinas Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Zappacosta is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Zappacosta’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Zappacosta’s office at (661) 200-2000.

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

    • Residency: Orlando Reg Healthcare Sys, Emergency Medicine; Carolinas Med Ctr, General Surgery | Orlando Health Program

    • Medical School: University of Va Sch of Med, Charlottesville Va | Loma Linda University School of Medicine | University of Virginia Medical School

    Is Dr. Zappacosta board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Roberto Zappacosta, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Zappacosta speak?

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

    • English

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

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

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    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:

    • Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
    • Digestive Disease
    • Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
    • Non-Bacterial Colitis
    • Gut Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter

    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. Zappacosta typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Roberto Zappacosta may include:

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

    Does Dr. Zappacosta accept my insurance?

    Dr. Zappacosta accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (661) 200-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Zappacosta accept in Valencia, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Heritage Health

    • Humana

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • OptumRx Administered Payer

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Preferred IPA

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Zappacosta's office located?

    Dr. Roberto Zappacosta's Primary Practice

    23845 McBean Pkwy

    Valencia, CA 91355

    (661) 200-2000

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

    Dr. Zappacosta's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1700811742.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Zappacosta?

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

    What is Dr. Roberto Zappacosta's specialty?

    Dr. Zappacosta is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Valencia, 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. Roberto Zappacosta affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Zappacosta is affiliated with Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital, Kaiser Permanente Panorama City Medical Center, Valley Presbyterian Hospital, Providence Holy Cross Medical Center, Ronald Reagan Ucla Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente West Los Angeles 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. Roberto Zappacosta accepting new patients in Valencia, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Roberto Zappacosta is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Roberto Zappacosta offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Zappacosta's office at (661) 200-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Roberto Zappacosta?

    Please contact Dr. Zappacosta's office at (661) 200-2000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Zappacosta's office located?

    Dr. Zappacosta's office is located in Valencia, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Roberto Zappacosta have?

    Dr. Roberto Zappacosta is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.