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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Watson, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Placentia, CA?
Dr. David Watson, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Placentia, CA. He is board certified. Dr. Watson completed his residency at La Co Harbor Ucla Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Watson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Watson’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Watson’s office at (305) 682-7290.
Where did Dr. Watson go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: La Co Harbor Ucla Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine
Medical School: University of Southern Ca Sch of Med, Los Angeles Ca
Is Dr. Watson board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. David Watson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Watson speak?
Dr. Watson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Watson typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Watson 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. Watson. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Watson typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. David Watson 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. Watson's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Watson accept my insurance?
Dr. Watson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (305) 682-7290 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Watson accept in Placentia, CA?
Dr. Watson in Placentia, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Intermountain Health
Kaiser Permanente
Medicaid
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Watson's office located?
What is Dr. Watson's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Watson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1861572679.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Watson?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Watson
What is Dr. David Watson's specialty?
Dr. Watson is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Placentia, 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. David Watson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Watson is affiliated with Spring Valley Hospital Medical Center, Summerlin Hospital Medical Center, Sunrise Hospital & Medical Center, Southern Hills Hospital & Medical Center, St. Rose Dominican Hospital - San Martin Campus, Pih Health Whittier Hospital 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 David Watson accepting new patients in Placentia, CA?
Yes, Dr. David Watson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. David Watson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Watson's office at (305) 682-7290 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with David Watson?
Please contact Dr. Watson's office at (305) 682-7290 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. David Watson have?
Dr. David Watson is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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Connect with DR. Watson
Department Of Emergency Services
1301 N Rose Dr
Placentia, CA 92870