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Dr. Philip Rush, MD

Dr. Philip Rush, MD

Pediatrician

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. 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. 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 as a 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 a Pediatrician like Dr. Rush typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, 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:

    • Sore Throat Due to Other Germs
    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis from specific organisms
    • Bacterial sore throat
    • Infectious pharyngitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J028: Acute pharyngitis due to other specified organisms

    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:

    • Other Developmental Disabilities
    • Developmental Disabilities
    • Atypical psychological development
    • Unspecified developmental disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F88: Other disorders of psychological development

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Rush typically perform?

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

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

    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

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • Contra Costa

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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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

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    What is Dr. Rush's NPI number?A 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.

    What does a Pediatrician do?

    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.

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

    Yes, Dr. Rush is affiliated with John Muir Health Walnut Creek Medical Center, John Muir Health Concord 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 a Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatrician. 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. 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 Dr. Philip Rush?

    Please contact Dr. Rush's office at (925) 685-0843 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Rush's office located?

    Dr. Rush's offices are located in Walnut Creek, CA, Alamo, CA, and Pleasant Hill, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Philip Rush have?

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