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Dr. Scott Gwaltney, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Bellflower, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Gwaltney, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Bellflower, CA?

    Dr. Scott Gwaltney, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Bellflower, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Gwaltney completed his residency at Howard Univ Hosp, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Gwaltney is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gwaltney’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gwaltney’s office at (562) 461-4195.

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

    • Residency: Howard Univ Hosp, Emergency Medicine

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

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

    Yes, Dr. Scott Gwaltney, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Gwaltney speak?

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

    • English

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

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

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Viral Intestinal Infection
    • Gastroenteritis
    • Viral Infection
    • Viral Gastroenteritis (Stomach Flu)
    • Viral stomach flu
    • Viral enteritis
    • Viral gut infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A084: Viral intestinal infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
    • Flu
    • Influenza with Breathing Problems
    • Flu with Cough
    • Severe Flu

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J111: Influenza due to unidentified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations

    Also known as:

    • Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • General Anxiety
    • Anxiety Problems
    • Nervous Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Migraine
    • Migraine headache
    • Severe headache
    • Vascular headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G43909: Migraine, unspecified, not intractable, without status migrainosus

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified

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

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Scott Gwaltney may include:

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

    Does Dr. Gwaltney accept my insurance?

    Dr. Gwaltney accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (562) 461-4195 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Gwaltney accept in Bellflower, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Apex Healthcare

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • HealthSmart

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • MHH Healthcare

    • Other Provider Networks

    • Preferred IPA

    • State of California

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    Where is Dr. Gwaltney's office located?

    Dr. Scott Gwaltney's Primary Practice

    9400 Rosecrans Ave

    Bellflower, CA 90706

    (562) 461-4195

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    Dr. Scott Gwaltney's Practice 2

    9333 Imperial Hwy

    Downey, CA 90242

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

    Dr. Gwaltney's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1205947488.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gwaltney?

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

    What is Dr. Scott Gwaltney's specialty?

    Dr. Gwaltney is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Bellflower, 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. Scott Gwaltney affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Gwaltney is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Fontana Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Orange County - Anaheim Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente South Bay Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente West Los Angeles Medical Center, Pih Health Whittier 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 Dr. Scott Gwaltney accepting new patients in Bellflower, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Scott Gwaltney is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Scott Gwaltney offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Gwaltney's office at (562) 461-4195 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Scott Gwaltney?

    Please contact Dr. Gwaltney's office at (562) 461-4195 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Gwaltney's office located?

    Dr. Gwaltney's offices are located in Bellflower, CA and Downey, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Scott Gwaltney have?

    Dr. Scott Gwaltney is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.