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Dr. John Munro, MD

Dr. John Munro, MD

Anesthesiologist

Watsonville, CA

30 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Munro, Anesthesiologist in Watsonville, CA?

    Dr. John Munro, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Watsonville, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified. Dr. Munro graduated from University of California and completed his residency at Univ Ca Davis Med Ctr, Anesthesiology; Scripps Mercy Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Munro is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Munro’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Munro’s office at (831) 479-6603.

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

    • Residency: Univ Ca Davis Med Ctr, Anesthesiology; Scripps Mercy Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year | Scripps Mercy Hospital | Scripps Mercy Hospital Program

    • Medical School: University Of Ca- Davis- Sch Of Med- Davis Ca | University of Ca School of Med,San Francisco, Ca, Us | University of California

    Is Dr. Munro board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. John Munro, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Munro speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Munro typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Munro 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. Munro. 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:

    • Cataract
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
    • H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye

    Also known as:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Munro typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. John Munro may include:

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

    Does Dr. Munro accept my insurance?

    Dr. Munro accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (831) 479-6603 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Munro accept in Watsonville, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Santa Cruz County

    • Sutter Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Valley Health Plan

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    Where is Dr. Munro's office located?

    Dr. John Munro's Primary Practice

    550 S Green Valley Rd

    Watsonville, CA 95076

    (831) 479-6603

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    Dr. John Munro's Practice 2

    370 Distel Cir

    Los Altos, CA 94022

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    Dr. John Munro's Practice 3

    3901 Lone Tree Way

    Antioch, CA 94509

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

    Dr. Munro's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1689644080.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Munro?

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

    What is Dr. John Munro's specialty?

    Dr. Munro is an Anesthesiologist near Watsonville, CA.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

    Is Dr. John Munro affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Munro is affiliated with Sutter Maternity & Surgery Center Of Santa Cruz, Mills-Peninsula 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 Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Anesthesiologist. 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. John Munro accepting new patients in Watsonville, CA?

    Yes, Dr. John Munro is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. John Munro offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Munro's office at (831) 479-6603 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. John Munro?

    Please contact Dr. Munro's office at (831) 479-6603 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Munro's office located?

    Dr. Munro's offices are located in Watsonville, CA, Los Altos, CA, and Antioch, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. John Munro have?

    Dr. John Munro is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.