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Dr. Craig Southwell, MD

Yakima, WA

39 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Southwell, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Yakima, WA?

    Dr. Craig Southwell, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Yakima, WA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 39 years and is board certified. Dr. Southwell completed his residency at Jacksonville Hlth Ed Prog, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Southwell is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Southwell’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Southwell’s office at (509) 575-8000.

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

    • Residency: Jacksonville Hlth Ed Prog, Emergency Medicine | Jacksonville Health Ed Program

    • Medical School: Mc Gill Univ- Fac Of Med- Montreal- Que- Canada

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

    Yes, Dr. Craig Southwell, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Southwell speak?

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

    • English

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

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Southwell 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. Southwell. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    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:

    • Stomach Inflammation
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Gastritis & Gastropathy
    • Gastritis
    • Inflamed stomach lining
    • Stomach lining inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2970: Gastritis, unspecified, without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Dehydration
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Lack of Fluids
    • Fluid Loss
    • Body Water Depletion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E860: Dehydration

    Also known as:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
    • Digestive Disease
    • Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
    • Non-Bacterial Colitis
    • Gut Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Southwell typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Craig Southwell may include:

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

    Does Dr. Southwell accept my insurance?

    Dr. Southwell accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (509) 575-8000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Southwell accept in Yakima, WA?

    Dr. Southwell in Yakima, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Cambia Health Solutions

    • Centene Corporation

    • Community Health Network of Washington

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Premera Blue Cross

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Southwell's office located?

    Dr. Craig Southwell's Primary Practice

    2811 Tieton Dr

    Yakima, WA 98902

    (509) 575-8000

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    Dr. Craig Southwell's Practice 2

    603 S Chestnut St

    Ellensburg, WA 98926

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

    Dr. Southwell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1689755787.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Southwell?

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

    What is Dr. Craig Southwell's specialty?

    Dr. Southwell is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Yakima, WA.

    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. Craig Southwell affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Southwell is affiliated with Multicare Yakima Memorial Hospital, Uw Medical Center - Montlake 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 Craig Southwell accepting new patients in Yakima, WA?

    Yes, Dr. Craig Southwell is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Craig Southwell offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Southwell's office at (509) 575-8000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Craig Southwell?

    Please contact Dr. Southwell's office at (509) 575-8000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Craig Southwell have?

    Dr. Craig Southwell is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.

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