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Dr. Rhys Dapar, MD

Santa Cruz, CA

29 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Dapar, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Santa Cruz, CA?

    Dr. Rhys Dapar, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Santa Cruz, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine. Dr. Dapar graduated from University of California and completed his residency at La Co Harbor Ucla Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Dapar is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dapar’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dapar’s office at (408) 559-2011.

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

    • Residency: La Co Harbor Ucla Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine | Harbor-UCLA Medical Center

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

    Is Dr. Dapar board certified in Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Rhys Dapar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Dapar speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Dapar treat?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Dapar 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. Dapar. 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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Constipation
    • Difficulty Passing Stool
    • Infrequent Bowel Movements
    • Hard Stools

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5900: Constipation, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
    • Digestive Disease
    • Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
    • Non-Bacterial Colitis
    • Gut Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Dehydration
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Lack of Fluids
    • Fluid Loss
    • Body Water Depletion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E860: Dehydration

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Loss of strength
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations

    Also known as:

    • Acid Reflux
    • GERD
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
    • Gastroesophageal Reflux
    • Heartburn
    • Indigestion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

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

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Rhys Dapar may include:

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

    Does Dr. Dapar accept my insurance?

    Dr. Dapar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (408) 559-2011 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Dapar accept in Santa Cruz, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Health Plan

    • All Other Third Party

    • Central California Alliance for Health

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx

    • Santa Clara Family Health Plan

    • UnitedHealthcare

    • Valley Health Plan

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    Where is Dr. Dapar's office located?

    Dr. Rhys Dapar's Primary Practice

    1555 Soquel Dr

    Santa Cruz, CA 95065

    (408) 559-2011

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    Dr. Rhys Dapar's Practice 2

    2425 Samaritan Dr

    San Jose, CA 95124

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

    Dr. Dapar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1053359323.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dapar?

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

    What is Dr. Rhys Dapar's specialty?

    Dr. Dapar is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Santa Cruz, CA. 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. Dapar to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Rhys Dapar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dapar is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Good Samaritan Hospital - San Jose, Dominican Hospital - Santa Cruz. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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?

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    Is Rhys Dapar accepting new patients in Santa Cruz, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Rhys Dapar is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Rhys Dapar offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Dapar's office at (408) 559-2011 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Rhys Dapar?

    Please contact Dr. Dapar's office at (408) 559-2011 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Rhys Dapar have?

    Dr. Rhys Dapar is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.

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