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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Almeida, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Burlingame, CA?
Dr. Richard Almeida, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Burlingame, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Almeida is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Almeida’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Almeida’s office at (510) 350-2657.
Is Dr. Almeida board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Richard Almeida, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Almeida speak?
Dr. Almeida and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Almeida typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Almeida 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. Almeida. 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:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
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:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Fast Heartbeat
- Arrhythmia
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- R000: Tachycardia, 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Almeida typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Richard Almeida 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. Almeida's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Almeida accept my insurance?
Dr. Almeida accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (510) 350-2657 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Almeida accept in Burlingame, CA?
Dr. Almeida in Burlingame, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Shield of California
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
State of California
Sutter Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Almeida's office located?
Dr. Richard Almeida's Primary Practice
1501 Trousdale Dr
Burlingame, CA 94010
(510) 350-2657
What is Dr. Almeida's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Almeida's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1881629707.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Almeida?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Almeida
What is Dr. Richard Almeida's specialty?
Dr. Almeida is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Burlingame, 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. Richard Almeida affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Almeida is affiliated with Mills-Peninsula Medical Center, Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital, San Mateo Medical Center, California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus, Ahmc Seton Medical Center, Mainehealth Maine Medical Center Portland 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 Richard Almeida accepting new patients in Burlingame, CA?
Yes, Dr. Richard Almeida is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Almeida offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Almeida's office at (510) 350-2657 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Almeida?
Please contact Dr. Almeida's office at (510) 350-2657 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Almeida have?
Dr. Richard Almeida is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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