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Dr. Christopher Mcdougal, MD

Long Beach, CA

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    Who is Dr. Mcdougal, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Long Beach, CA?

    Dr. Christopher Mcdougal, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Long Beach, CA. He is board certified. Dr. Mcdougal graduated from Tulane Univ School of Medicine and completed his residency at University Of California Los Angeles. Dr. Mcdougal is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mcdougal’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. Mcdougal’s office at (562) 595-1911.

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

    • Residency: University Of California Los Angeles

    • Medical School: Tulane University of Louisiana -- | Tulane Univ School of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Mcdougal speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Mcdougal treat?

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

    • Brief Psychotic Disorder
    • Psychosis
    • Psychotic Disorder
    • Short-term psychosis
    • Acute psychosis
    • Temporary mental break
    • Psychotic break
    • Mental break
    • Psychotic episode

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F23: Brief psychotic disorder
    • F29: Unspecified psychosis not due to a substance or known physiological condition

    Also known as:

    • Schizophrenia
    • Psychotic disorder
    • Thought disorder
    • Mental illness with psychosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F209: Schizophrenia, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Alcohol Use Disorder
    • Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
    • Alcohol use disorder
    • Alcohol dependence
    • Alcoholism
    • Problem drinking
    • AUD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F1020: Alcohol dependence, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • COPD Flare-Up
    • COPD
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Suicidal Thoughts
    • Suicide
    • Suicidal ideation
    • Thoughts of ending life
    • Self-harm thoughts

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R45851: Suicidal ideations

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Schizoaffective Disorder
    • Psychotic Disorder
    • Schizoaffective disorder
    • Mixed psychotic and mood disorder
    • Schizophrenia with mood symptoms
    • Affective psychosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F259: Schizoaffective disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Violent Behavior
    • Mental Disorder
    • Aggressive behavior
    • Acts of violence
    • Impulsive aggression

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R456: Violent behavior

    Also known as:

    • Asthma Flare-Up
    • Asthma
    • Asthma Attack
    • Acute Asthma Exacerbation
    • Worsening Asthma
    • Asthma Episode

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J45901: Unspecified asthma with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • Bipolar Disorder
    • Manic depression
    • Bipolar illness
    • Mood disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F319: Bipolar disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Depression
    • Clinical depression
    • Major depressive disorder
    • Mood disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F32A: Depression, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Changes in Mental State
    • Mental Disorder
    • Confusion
    • Disorientation
    • Changes in awareness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Heart Failure
    • Congestive Heart Failure
    • CHF
    • Cardiac Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I509: Heart failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fast Heartbeat
    • Arrhythmia
    • Tachycardia
    • Rapid heart rate
    • Racing heart

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R000: Tachycardia, unspecified

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

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Christopher Mcdougal may include:

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

    Does Dr. Mcdougal accept my insurance?

    Dr. Mcdougal accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (562) 595-1911 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Mcdougal accept in Long Beach, CA?

    Dr. Mcdougal in Long Beach, 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

    • Altamed Health Services

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx

    • Seaside Health Plan

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    Where is Dr. Mcdougal's office located?

    Dr. Christopher Mcdougal's Primary Practice

    2776 Pacific Ave

    Long Beach, CA 90806

    (562) 595-1911

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

    Dr. Mcdougal's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1568400463.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mcdougal?

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

    What is Dr. Christopher Mcdougal's specialty?

    Dr. Mcdougal is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Long Beach, 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. Mcdougal to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Christopher Mcdougal affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Mcdougal is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: College Medical Center Main Campus - Long Beach. 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 Christopher Mcdougal accepting new patients in Long Beach, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Christopher Mcdougal is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Christopher Mcdougal offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Mcdougal's office at (562) 595-1911 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Christopher Mcdougal?

    Please contact Dr. Mcdougal's office at (562) 595-1911 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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