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Dr. Philip Rush, MD

Dr. Philip Rush, MD

Walnut Creek, CA

48 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Rush, Pediatrician in Walnut Creek, CA?

    Dr. Philip Rush, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Walnut Creek, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 48 years and is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Rush graduated from University of Illinois College of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Of Chicago Hosps, Pediatrics. Dr. Rush is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rush’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rush’s office at (925) 685-0843.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of Chicago Hosps, Pediatrics | University of Chicago Program

    • Medical School: University Of Il Coll Of Med- Chicago Il | University of Illinois College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Rush board certified in Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Philip Rush, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Rush speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Rush treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Rush 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. Rush. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Newborn Health Checkup (8-28 Days Old)
    • Health Checkup
    • Baby Health Checkup
    • Infant and Newborn Care
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
    • Newborn Exam
    • Infant Checkup
    • Post-Birth Checkup

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
    • Z00111: Health examination for newborn 8 to 28 days old

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Routine Eye and Vision Exam (Normal Findings)
    • Eye Disease
    • Vision Impairment and Blindness
    • Annual eye checkup
    • Vision screening, no issues
    • Eye health exam, all clear

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0100: Encounter for examination of eyes and vision without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Ear and Hearing Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Hearing Disorder and Deafness
    • Normal Hearing Test
    • Clear Ear Checkup
    • Routine Audiology Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0110: Encounter for examination of ears and hearing without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Strep Throat
    • Sore Throat Due to Other Germs
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection
    • Bacterial Sore Throat
    • Pharyngitis
    • Strep Infection
    • Acute pharyngitis from specific organisms
    • Bacterial sore throat
    • Infectious pharyngitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
    • J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis
    • J028: Acute pharyngitis due to other specified organisms

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Blood and Immune System Disorder Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Blood Disorder Check
    • Immune System Check-up
    • Hematologic Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z130: Encounter for screening for diseases of the blood and blood-forming organs and certain disorders involving the immune mechanism

    Also known as:

    • Other Developmental Disabilities
    • Developmental Coordination Disorder
    • Developmental Disabilities
    • Atypical psychological development
    • Unspecified developmental disorder
    • Dyspraxia
    • Motor Skill Disorder
    • Clumsiness Syndrome

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F88: Other disorders of psychological development
    • F82: Specific developmental disorder of motor function

    Also known as:

    • Unexplained Weight Gain
    • Sudden weight gain
    • Rapid weight increase
    • Abnormal increase in weight

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R635: Abnormal weight gain

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Lack of Coordination
    • Movement Disorder
    • Clumsiness
    • Ataxia
    • Coordination Problems
    • Unsteady Movements

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R278: Other lack of coordination

    Also known as:

    • Other Muscle and Bone System Symptoms
    • Movement Disorder
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Unusual Musculoskeletal Symptoms
    • Muscle and Joint Problems
    • Bone and Muscle Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R29898: Other symptoms and signs involving the musculoskeletal system

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Stuffy Nose
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Blocked nose
    • Nasal congestion
    • Congested nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0981: Nasal congestion

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease
    • Viral Infection
    • Enteroviral Stomatitis
    • Vesicular Stomatitis with Rash
    • HFMD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B084: Enteroviral vesicular stomatitis with exanthem

    Which procedures does Dr. Rush perform as a Pediatrician?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by a Dr. Philip Rush may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Rush's office.

    Does Dr. Rush accept my insurance?

    Dr. Rush accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (925) 685-0843 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Rush accept in Walnut Creek, CA?

    Dr. Rush in Walnut Creek, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • AmeriBen

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene

    • Contra Costa

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Other Provider Networks

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Rush's office located?

    Dr. Philip Rush's Primary Practice

    1844 San Miguel Dr Ste 310

    Walnut Creek, CA 94596

    (925) 685-0843

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    Dr. Philip Rush's Practice 2

    1505 Saint Alphonsus Way

    Alamo, CA 94507

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    Dr. Philip Rush's Practice 3

    91 Gregory Ln Ste 15

    Pleasant Hill, CA 94523

    (925) 685-0843

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

    Dr. Rush's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1922023993.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rush?

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

    What is Dr. Philip Rush's specialty?

    Dr. Rush is a Pediatrician near Walnut Creek, CA. A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development. Contact Dr. Rush to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Philip Rush affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Rush is affiliated with John Muir Health Walnut Creek Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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

    Where can I learn more about Pediatrician?

    Explore Pediatrician with 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 Philip Rush accepting new patients in Walnut Creek, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Philip Rush is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Philip Rush offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Rush's office at (925) 685-0843 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Philip Rush?

    Please contact Dr. Rush's office at (925) 685-0843 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Philip Rush have?

    Dr. Philip Rush is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.

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