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Dr. Kelly Unger, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Huntington Beach, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Unger, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Huntington Beach, CA?

    Dr. Kelly Unger, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Huntington Beach, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Unger completed her residency at Albert Einstein College Of Medicine Of Yeshiva University. Dr. Unger is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Unger’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Unger’s office at (714) 843-5011.

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

    • Residency: Albert Einstein College Of Medicine Of Yeshiva University

    • Medical School: D Geffen Sch of Med-Ucla

    Is Dr. Unger board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Kelly Unger, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Unger speak?

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

    • English

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

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Unger 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. Unger. 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
    • Psychotic Disorder
    • Short-term psychosis
    • Acute psychosis
    • Temporary mental break

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F23: Brief psychotic disorder

    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:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R000: Tachycardia, unspecified

    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. Unger typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Kelly Unger may include:

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

    Does Dr. Unger accept my insurance?

    Dr. Unger accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (714) 843-5011 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Unger accept in Huntington Beach, CA?

    Dr. Unger in Huntington Beach, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Heritage Health

    • Inland Faculty Medical Group, Inc

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx Administered Payer

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Unger's office located?

    Dr. Kelly Unger's Primary Practice

    17772 Beach Blvd

    Huntington Beach, CA 92647

    (714) 843-5011

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    Dr. Kelly Unger's Practice 2

    2776 Pacific Ave

    Long Beach, CA 90806

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    Dr. Kelly Unger's Practice 3

    7901 Walker St

    La Palma, CA 90623

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

    Dr. Unger's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1023047412.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Unger?

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

    What is Dr. Kelly Unger's specialty?

    Dr. Unger is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Huntington 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 Dr. Kelly Unger affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Unger is affiliated with Dignity Health - St. Mary Medical Center, Riverside Community Hospital, Kaiser Permanente Orange County - Anaheim Medical Center, Memorial Hospital Of Gardena, Providence St. Jude Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente South Bay 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

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Kelly Unger accepting new patients in Huntington Beach, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Kelly Unger is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kelly Unger offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Unger's office at (714) 843-5011 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Kelly Unger?

    Please contact Dr. Unger's office at (714) 843-5011 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Unger's office located?

    Dr. Unger's offices are located in Huntington Beach, CA, Long Beach, CA, and La Palma, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Kelly Unger have?

    Dr. Kelly Unger is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.