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15 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kercheval, Hospitalist in Bullhead City, AZ?
Dr. John Kercheval, DO is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Bullhead City, AZ. He has been practicing for over 15 years. Dr. Kercheval is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kercheval’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kercheval’s office.
What languages does Dr. Kercheval speak?
Dr. Kercheval and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Kercheval typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Kercheval 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. Kercheval. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
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:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Kercheval typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. John Kercheval may include:
Please contact Dr. Kercheval's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Kercheval accept my insurance?
Dr. Kercheval accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kercheval accept in Bullhead City, AZ?
Dr. Kercheval in Bullhead City, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Capital Blue Cross
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Mercy Care
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Kercheval's office located?
What is Dr. Kercheval's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kercheval's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1659458842.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kercheval?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kercheval
What is Dr. John Kercheval's specialty?
Dr. Kercheval is a Hospitalist near Bullhead City, AZ.
What does a Hospitalist do?
Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.
Is this Dr. John Kercheval affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kercheval is affiliated with Carondelet St. Joseph's Hospital, Abrazo Arrowhead Campus, Abrazo Central Campus, Banner Casa Grande Medical Center, Banner Gateway Medical Center, Banner Thunderbird 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
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Is John Kercheval accepting new patients in Bullhead City, AZ?
Yes, Dr. John Kercheval is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. John Kercheval offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kercheval's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with John Kercheval?
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2735 Silver Creek Rd
Bullhead City, AZ 86442