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Dr. Oscar Carrillo Alcala

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Memphis, TN

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Carrillo Alcala, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Memphis, TN?

    Dr. Oscar Carrillo Alcala is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Memphis, TN. Dr. Carrillo Alcala is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Carrillo Alcala’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Carrillo Alcala’s office at (901) 226-5000.

    What languages does Dr. Carrillo Alcala speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Carrillo Alcala typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Carrillo Alcala 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. Carrillo Alcala. 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:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0600: Dyspnea, 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:

    • Joint Pain
    • Joint Disorder
    • Pain
    • Arthralgia
    • Aching joints
    • Sore joints

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M2550: Pain in unspecified joint

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Carrillo Alcala typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Oscar Carrillo Alcala may include:

    Please contact Dr. Carrillo Alcala's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Carrillo Alcala accept my insurance?

    Dr. Carrillo Alcala accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (901) 226-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Carrillo Alcala accept in Memphis, TN?

    Dr. Carrillo Alcala in Memphis, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Carrillo Alcala's office located?

    Dr. Oscar Carrillo Alcala's Primary Practice

    6019 Walnut Grove Rd

    Memphis, TN 38120

    (901) 226-5000

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

    Dr. Carrillo Alcala's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1699354712.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Carrillo Alcala?

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

    What is Dr. Oscar Carrillo Alcala's specialty?

    Dr. Carrillo Alcala is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Memphis, TN.

    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 Dr. Oscar Carrillo Alcala affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Carrillo Alcala is affiliated with Baptist Memorial Hospital-Memphis, Saint Francis Hospital - Memphis, Methodist University Hospital, Ummc Grenada Hospital, West Tennessee Healthcare Dyersburg Hospital 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 Dr. Oscar Carrillo Alcala accepting new patients in Memphis, TN?

    Yes, Dr. Oscar Carrillo Alcala is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Oscar Carrillo Alcala offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Carrillo Alcala's office at (901) 226-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Oscar Carrillo Alcala?

    Please contact Dr. Carrillo Alcala's office at (901) 226-5000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Carrillo Alcala's office located?

    Dr. Carrillo Alcala's office is located in Memphis, TN.