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Dr. Max Needham

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Pleasanton, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Needham, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Pleasanton, CA?

    Dr. Max Needham is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Pleasanton, CA. Dr. Needham is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Needham’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Needham’s office at (912) 350-8404.

    What languages does Dr. Needham speak?

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

    • English

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

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Needham 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. Needham. 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
    • 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Alcohol Intoxication
    • Alcohol
    • Alcohol poisoning
    • Acute alcohol intoxication
    • Being drunk

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F10929: Alcohol use, unspecified with intoxication, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    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. Needham typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Max Needham may include:

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

    Does Dr. Needham accept my insurance?

    Dr. Needham accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (912) 350-8404 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Needham accept in Pleasanton, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Community Health Group

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other Support Agencies/Consultants

    • Physicians Data Trust

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Needham's office located?

    Dr. Max Needham's Primary Practice

    5000 Hopyard Rd Ste 410

    Pleasanton, CA 94588

    (912) 350-8404

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

    Dr. Needham's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1407475478.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Needham?

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

    What is Dr. Max Needham's specialty?

    Dr. Needham is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Pleasanton, 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. Max Needham affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Needham is affiliated with Tri-City Medical Center, Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, Jacobs Medical Center At Uc San Diego Health, Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas, Lehigh Valley Health Network– Cedar Crest, Sharp Coronado Hospital 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 Dr. Max Needham accepting new patients in Pleasanton, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Max Needham is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Max Needham offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Needham's office at (912) 350-8404 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Max Needham?

    Please contact Dr. Needham's office at (912) 350-8404 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Needham's office located?

    Dr. Needham's office is located in Pleasanton, CA.