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Dr. Erik Gauharou, MD

Dr. Erik Gauharou, MD

Scottsdale, AZ

23 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Gauharou, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Scottsdale, AZ?

    Dr. Erik Gauharou, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Scottsdale, AZ with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine. Dr. Gauharou completed his residency at Tx Tech U Hlth Sci Ctr, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Gauharou is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gauharou’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gauharou’s office at (480) 301-8000.

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

    • Residency: Tx Tech U Hlth Sci Ctr, Emergency Medicine | Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center

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

    Is Dr. Gauharou board certified in Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Erik Gauharou, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Gauharou speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Gauharou treat?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Gauharou 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. Gauharou. 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.

    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:

    • 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:

    • Acute Bladder Infection
    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • Bladder Disease
    • Acute Cystitis
    • Sudden Bladder Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N3000: Acute cystitis without hematuria
    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fatigue
    • Tiredness
    • Lack of energy
    • Exhaustion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R5383: Other fatigue

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Precordial pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R072: Precordial pain

    Also known as:

    • Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
    • Breathing Failure with Insufficient Oxygen

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9691: Respiratory failure, unspecified with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
    • Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation

    Which procedures does Dr. Gauharou perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Erik Gauharou may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Gauharou's office.

    Does Dr. Gauharou accept my insurance?

    Dr. Gauharou accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (480) 301-8000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Gauharou accept in Scottsdale, AZ?

    Dr. Gauharou in Scottsdale, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Banner Health

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Mercy Care Plan

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Gauharou's office located?

    Dr. Erik Gauharou's Primary Practice

    13400 E Shea Blvd

    Scottsdale, AZ 85259

    (480) 301-8000

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    Dr. Erik Gauharou's Practice 2

    5777 E Mayo Blvd

    Phoenix, AZ 85054

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    Dr. Erik Gauharou's Practice 3

    350 W Thomas Rd

    Phoenix, AZ 85013

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

    Dr. Gauharou's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740233121.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gauharou?

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

    What is Dr. Erik Gauharou's specialty?

    Dr. Gauharou is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Scottsdale, AZ. 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. Contact Dr. Gauharou to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Erik Gauharou affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Gauharou is affiliated with Mayo Clinic Hospital 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

    Where can I learn more about Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Emergency Medicine Specialist with 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 Erik Gauharou accepting new patients in Scottsdale, AZ?

    Yes, Dr. Erik Gauharou is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Erik Gauharou offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Gauharou's office at (480) 301-8000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Erik Gauharou?

    Please contact Dr. Gauharou's office at (480) 301-8000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Erik Gauharou have?

    Dr. Erik Gauharou is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.

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