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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ortega, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Monterey, CA?
Dr. Andrew Ortega, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Monterey, CA. Dr. Ortega is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ortega’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ortega’s office at (309) 655-7257.
What languages does Dr. Ortega speak?
Dr. Ortega and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ortega typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Ortega 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. Ortega. 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:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S098XXA: Other specified injuries of head, initial encounter
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1084: Generalized 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. Ortega typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Andrew Ortega may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Ortega's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ortega accept my insurance?
Dr. Ortega accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (309) 655-7257 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ortega accept in Monterey, CA?
Dr. Ortega in Monterey, 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
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Spectrum
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ortega's office located?
What is Dr. Ortega's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ortega's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1467808402.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ortega?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ortega
What is Dr. Andrew Ortega's specialty?
Dr. Ortega is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Monterey, 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. Andrew Ortega affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ortega is affiliated with Community Hospital Of Monterey Peninsula which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Andrew Ortega accepting new patients in Monterey, CA?
Yes, Dr. Andrew Ortega is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Andrew Ortega offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ortega's office at (309) 655-7257 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Andrew Ortega?
Please contact Dr. Ortega's office at (309) 655-7257 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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