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Dr. James Mcdonough

Palm Springs, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Mcdonough, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Palm Springs, CA?

    Dr. James Mcdonough is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Palm Springs, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Mcdonough is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mcdonough’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mcdonough’s office at (619) 465-0711.

    What languages does Dr. Mcdonough speak?

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

    • English

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

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

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    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

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

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. James Mcdonough may include:

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

    Does Dr. Mcdonough accept my insurance?

    Dr. Mcdonough accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 465-0711 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Mcdonough accept in Palm Springs, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other Support Agencies/Consultants

    • Rady Childrens Hospital-San Diego

    • Scripps Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Mcdonough's office located?

    Dr. James Mcdonough's Primary Practice

    1150 N Indian Canyon Dr

    Palm Springs, CA 92262

    (619) 465-0711

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    Dr. James Mcdonough's Practice 2

    5555 Grossmont Center Dr

    La Mesa, CA 91942

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    Dr. James Mcdonough's Practice 3

    354 Santa Fe Dr

    Encinitas, CA 92024

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

    Dr. Mcdonough's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1457823536.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mcdonough?

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

    What is Dr. James Mcdonough's specialty?

    Dr. Mcdonough is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Palm Springs, 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. James Mcdonough affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Mcdonough is affiliated with Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas, Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, Tri-City Medical Center, Jacobs Medical Center At Uc San Diego Health, Sharp Memorial Hospital, Scripps Green 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

    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 James Mcdonough accepting new patients in Palm Springs, CA?

    Yes, Dr. James Mcdonough is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. James Mcdonough offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Mcdonough's office at (619) 465-0711 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with James Mcdonough?

    Please contact Dr. Mcdonough's office at (619) 465-0711 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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