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Dr. Kaj Anderson, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Sacramento, CA

19 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Anderson, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Sacramento, CA?

    Dr. Kaj Anderson, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Sacramento, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 19 years and is board certified. Dr. Anderson graduated from Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine & Science and completed his residency at Univ Hosp-Suny Stony Brook, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Anderson is fluent in English and Swedish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Anderson’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Anderson’s office at (916) 688-2000.

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

    • Residency: Univ Hosp-Suny Stony Brook, Emergency Medicine | University Hospital - SUNY at Stony Brook Program

    • Medical School: Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine & Science

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

    Yes, Dr. Kaj Anderson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Anderson speak?

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

    • English
    • Swedish

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

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Anderson 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. Anderson. 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:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
    • Flu
    • Influenza with Breathing Problems
    • Flu with Cough
    • Severe Flu

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J111: Influenza due to unidentified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

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

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Kaj Anderson may include:

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

    Does Dr. Anderson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Anderson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (916) 688-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Anderson accept in Sacramento, CA?

    Dr. Anderson in Sacramento, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Health Plan of San Joaquin

    • Hill Physicians Medical Group

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other TPA

    • State of California

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    Where is Dr. Anderson's office located?

    Dr. Kaj Anderson's Primary Practice

    6600 Bruceville Rd

    Sacramento, CA 95823

    (916) 688-2000

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    Dr. Kaj Anderson's Practice 2

    7373 West Ln

    Stockton, CA 95210

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    What hospitals are Dr. Anderson affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Anderson has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Kaiser Permanente - Sacramento Medical Center,Sacramento, CA
    Antioch Medical Center,Antioch, CA
    Kaiser Permanente - Roseville Medical Center,Roseville, CA

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

    Dr. Anderson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1962580621.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Anderson?

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

    What is Dr. Kaj Anderson's specialty?

    Dr. Anderson is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Sacramento, 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 Dr. Kaj Anderson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Anderson is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente South Sacramento Medical Center, Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento, Mercy San Juan 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 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 Dr. Kaj Anderson accepting new patients in Sacramento, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Kaj Anderson is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kaj Anderson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Anderson's office at (916) 688-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Kaj Anderson?

    Please contact Dr. Anderson's office at (916) 688-2000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Anderson's office located?

    Dr. Anderson's offices are located in Sacramento, CA and Stockton, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Kaj Anderson have?

    Dr. Kaj Anderson is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.