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18 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Palafox, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Riverside, CA?
Dr. Marcos Palafox, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Riverside, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 18 years and is board certified. Dr. Palafox completed his residency at Chas R Drew Univ Med & Sci, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Palafox is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Palafox’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Palafox’s office at (951) 352-5666.
Where did Dr. Palafox go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Chas R Drew Univ Med & Sci, Emergency Medicine
Medical School: University of Ca, Los Angeles, Ucla Sch of Med, Los Angeles Ca
Is Dr. Palafox board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Marcos Palafox, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Palafox speak?
Dr. Palafox and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Palafox typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Palafox 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. Palafox. 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:
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Acute pain from injury
- Pain
- Traumatic pain
- Injury pain
- Sudden pain from trauma
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8911: Acute pain due to trauma
Also known as:
- Dehydration
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Lack of Fluids
- Fluid Loss
- Body Water Depletion
ICD-10 Codes:
- E860: Dehydration
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Acute Bronchitis
- Chest cold
- Short-term bronchitis
- Acute chest infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Precordial pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R072: Precordial pain
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Palafox typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Marcos Palafox 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. Palafox's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Palafox accept my insurance?
Dr. Palafox accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (951) 352-5666 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Palafox accept in Riverside, CA?
Dr. Palafox in Riverside, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Heritage Health
Inland Empire Health Plan
Inland Faculty Medical Group, Inc
OptumRx Administered Payer
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Palafox's office located?
What is Dr. Palafox's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Palafox's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1083654834.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Palafox?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Palafox
What is Dr. Marcos Palafox's specialty?
Dr. Palafox is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Riverside, 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. Marcos Palafox affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Palafox is affiliated with Riverside Community Hospital, Kaiser Permanente Riverside Medical Center, Arrowhead Regional Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Fontana Medical Center, Redlands Community Hospital, St. Bernardine Medical Center 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Marcos Palafox accepting new patients in Riverside, CA?
Yes, Dr. Marcos Palafox is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Marcos Palafox offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Palafox's office at (951) 352-5666 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Marcos Palafox?
Please contact Dr. Palafox's office at (951) 352-5666 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Marcos Palafox have?
Dr. Marcos Palafox is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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