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Who is Dr. Fries, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Oakland, CA?
Dr. Gerald Fries, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Oakland, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Fries is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fries’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fries’s office at (415) 833-2000.
What languages does Dr. Fries speak?
Dr. Fries and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Fries treat?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Fries 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. Fries. 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.
Also known as:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
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:
- Skin Rash
- Rashes
- Skin Eruption
- Hives
- Dermatitis
- Skin Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- R21: Rash and other nonspecific skin eruption
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Which procedures does Dr. Fries perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Gerald Fries may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Fries' office.
Does Dr. Fries accept my insurance?
Dr. Fries accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 833-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Fries accept in Oakland, CA?
Dr. Fries in Oakland, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alameda Alliance
Alignment Health Plan
All Other Third Party
Contra Costa
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Sunrise Community Health
Sutter Health
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Where is Dr. Fries' office located?
What is Dr. Fries's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Fries's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1851479455.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fries?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fries
What is Dr. Gerald Fries's specialty?
Dr. Fries is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Oakland, CA. 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. Contact Dr. Fries to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Gerald Fries affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Fries is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Kaiser Permanente San Francisco Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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
Where can I learn more about Emergency Medicine Specialist?
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Is Gerald Fries accepting new patients in Oakland, CA?
Yes, Dr. Gerald Fries is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gerald Fries offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Fries's office at (415) 833-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gerald Fries?
Please contact Dr. Fries's office at (415) 833-2000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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