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Dr. Patrick Aguilera, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Santa Ana, CA

26 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Aguilera, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Santa Ana, CA?

    Dr. Patrick Aguilera, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Santa Ana, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified. Dr. Aguilera graduated from University of California and completed his residency at Chas R Drew Univ Med & Sci, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Aguilera is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Aguilera’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Aguilera’s office at (714) 754-5549.

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

    • Residency: Chas R Drew Univ Med & Sci, Emergency Medicine

    • Medical School: University of Ca, Los Angeles, Ucla Sch of Med, Los Angeles Ca | University of California

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

    Yes, Dr. Patrick Aguilera, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Aguilera speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

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

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

    • 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Loss of strength
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

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

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Patrick Aguilera may include:

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

    Does Dr. Aguilera accept my insurance?

    Dr. Aguilera accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (714) 754-5549 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Aguilera accept in Santa Ana, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • HealthRight Group

    • Heritage Health

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Monarch HealthCare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Aguilera's office located?

    Dr. Patrick Aguilera's Primary Practice

    2701 S Bristol St

    Santa Ana, CA 92704

    (714) 754-5549

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    Dr. Patrick Aguilera's Practice 2

    17100 Euclid St

    Fountain Valley, CA 92708

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

    Dr. Aguilera's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1699883488.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Aguilera?

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

    What is Dr. Patrick Aguilera's specialty?

    Dr. Aguilera is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Santa Ana, 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. Patrick Aguilera affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Aguilera is affiliated with Uci Medical Center, Uci Health - Fountain Valley, Kaiser Permanente Orange County - Anaheim Medical Center, Hoag Hospital Newport Beach, South Coast Global Medical Center, Orange County Global 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. Patrick Aguilera accepting new patients in Santa Ana, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Patrick Aguilera is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Patrick Aguilera offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Aguilera's office at (714) 754-5549 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Patrick Aguilera?

    Please contact Dr. Aguilera's office at (714) 754-5549 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Aguilera's office located?

    Dr. Aguilera's offices are located in Santa Ana, CA and Fountain Valley, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Patrick Aguilera have?

    Dr. Patrick Aguilera is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.