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Dr. James Guetzkow, MD

San Jose, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Guetzkow, Hospitalist in San Jose, CA?

    Dr. James Guetzkow, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in San Jose, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Guetzkow completed his residency at Cook County Hosp, Family Medicine. Dr. Guetzkow is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Guetzkow’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Guetzkow’s office at (541) 222-6565.

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

    • Residency: Cook County Hosp, Family Medicine | Cook County Hospital

    • Medical School: University Of Il Coll Of Med- Chicago Il

    Is Dr. Guetzkow board certified as a Hospitalist?

    Yes, Dr. James Guetzkow, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Guetzkow speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Guetzkow typically treat?

    As a Hospitalist, Dr. Guetzkow 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. Guetzkow. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
    • Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
    • GI Bleeding
    • Internal Digestive Bleeding
    • Digestive Tract Hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
    • Heart Attack
    • Myocardial Infarction
    • Non-STEMI
    • Less Severe Heart Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction

    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:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Guetzkow typically perform?

    As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. James Guetzkow may include:

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

    Does Dr. Guetzkow accept my insurance?

    Dr. Guetzkow accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (541) 222-6565 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Guetzkow accept in San Jose, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Shield of California

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx Administered Payer

    • Santa Cruz County

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

    • Valley Health Plan

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    Where is Dr. Guetzkow's office located?

    Dr. James Guetzkow's Primary Practice

    2425 Samaritan Dr

    San Jose, CA 95124

    (541) 222-6565

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    Dr. James Guetzkow's Practice 2

    225 N Jackson Ave

    San Jose, CA 95116

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    Dr. James Guetzkow's Practice 3

    179 Fairview Ln

    Sonora, CA 95370

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

    Dr. Guetzkow's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1801906995.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Guetzkow?

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

    What is Dr. James Guetzkow's specialty?

    Dr. Guetzkow is a Hospitalist near San Jose, CA.

    What does a Hospitalist do?

    Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.

    Is this Dr. James Guetzkow affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Guetzkow is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Santa Clara Medical Center, Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital, Pih Health Good Samaritan Hospital, Stanford Health Care - Valleycare 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 a Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hospitalist. 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 Guetzkow accepting new patients in San Jose, CA?

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

    Does Dr. James Guetzkow offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Guetzkow's office at (541) 222-6565 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with James Guetzkow?

    Please contact Dr. Guetzkow's office at (541) 222-6565 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. James Guetzkow have?

    Dr. James Guetzkow is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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