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28 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Crecelius, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Rancho Mirage, CA?
Dr. William Crecelius, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Rancho Mirage, CA. He has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified. Dr. Crecelius completed his residency at Univ Louisville Sch Of Med, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Crecelius is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Crecelius’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Crecelius’s office at (502) 340-5900.
Where did Dr. Crecelius go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Louisville Sch Of Med, Emergency Medicine
Is Dr. Crecelius board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. William Crecelius, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Crecelius speak?
Dr. Crecelius and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Crecelius typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Crecelius 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. Crecelius. 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:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, 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:
- Acute Bronchitis
- Chest cold
- Short-term bronchitis
- Acute chest infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Painful Urination
- Urine and Urination
- Dysuria
- Burning when peeing
- Stinging during urination
ICD-10 Codes:
- R300: Dysuria
Also known as:
- Acute Cough
- Cough
- Sudden cough
- Short-term cough
- New cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R051: Acute cough
Also known as:
- Skin Rash
- Rashes
- Skin Eruption
- Hives
- Dermatitis
- Skin Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- R21: Rash and other nonspecific skin eruption
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Crecelius typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Crecelius performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Crecelius. 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:
- Abscess Drainage
- Abscess Incision and Drainage
- Abscess
- Incision and Drainage (I&D)
- Boil Lancing
- Cyst Drainage
- Skin Abscess Removal
- I&D of Abscess
- Lancing an Abscess
- Draining a Boil
CPT Codes:
- 10060: Incision and drainage of abscess (eg, carbuncle, suppurative hidradenitis, cutaneous or subcutaneous abscess, cyst, furuncle, or paronychia); simple or single
- 10061: Incision and drainage of abscess (eg, carbuncle, suppurative hidradenitis, cutaneous or subcutaneous abscess, cyst, furuncle, or paronychia); complicated or multiple
Does Dr. Crecelius accept my insurance?
Dr. Crecelius accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (502) 340-5900 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Crecelius accept in Rancho Mirage, CA?
Dr. Crecelius in Rancho Mirage, 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
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Inland Empire
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Crecelius' office located?
Dr. William Crecelius' Primary Practice
72780 Country Club Dr Ste 203
Rancho Mirage, CA 92270
(502) 340-5900
What is Dr. Crecelius's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Crecelius's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1003828633.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Crecelius?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Crecelius
What is Dr. William Crecelius's specialty?
Dr. Crecelius is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Rancho Mirage, 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. William Crecelius affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Crecelius is affiliated with Eisenhower Health Main Campus 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
When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is William Crecelius accepting new patients in Rancho Mirage, CA?
Yes, Dr. William Crecelius is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. William Crecelius offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Crecelius's office at (502) 340-5900 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with William Crecelius?
Please contact Dr. Crecelius's office at (502) 340-5900 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. William Crecelius have?
Dr. William Crecelius is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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