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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. 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. 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Mcdougal typically treat?
As an 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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:
- 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:
- Suicidal Thoughts
- Suicide
- Suicidal ideation
- Thoughts of ending life
- Self-harm thoughts
ICD-10 Codes:
- R45851: Suicidal ideations
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Mcdougal typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Christopher Mcdougal may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Mcdougal's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Mcdougal accept my insurance?
Please contact Dr. Mcdougal's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.
Where is Dr. Mcdougal's office located?
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.
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 this Dr. Christopher Mcdougal affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Mcdougal is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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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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