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Dr. John Turns, MD

Dr. John Turns, MD

San Ramon, CA

40 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Turns, Family Medicine Specialist in San Ramon, CA?

    Dr. John Turns, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in San Ramon, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 40 years and is board certified. Dr. Turns graduated from Tufts University University of Chicago and completed his residency at University of Chicago Program. Dr. Turns is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Turns’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Turns’s office at (925) 830-0644.

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

    • Fellowship: University of California (San Francisco) Program

    • Residency: University of Chicago Program

    • Medical School: Tufts University University of Chicago | Baystate Medical Center/Tufts University School of Medicine Program

    What languages does Dr. Turns speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Turns treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Turns 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. Turns. 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:

    • Late-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
    • Alzheimer's Disease
    • Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
    • Sporadic Alzheimer's', 'Alzheimer's in Older Adults
    • AD', 'Alzheimer's Dementia
    • Memory Loss Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G301: Alzheimer's disease with late onset
    • G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cerebral Atherosclerosis
    • Brain Disease
    • Hardening of Brain Arteries
    • Brain Artery Plaque
    • Cerebral Artery Disease
    • Brain Blood Vessel Hardening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I672: Cerebral atherosclerosis

    Also known as:

    • Attention and Concentration Problems After Ischemic Stroke
    • Ischemic Stroke
    • One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
    • Stroke
    • Paralysis
    • Post-ischemic stroke attention deficit
    • Difficulty focusing after ischemic stroke
    • Concentration issues from stroke
    • Cognitive impairment after brain infarction
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia
    • Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
    • Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
    • Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
    • Hemiparesis after brain infarction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I69310: Attention and concentration deficit following cerebral infarction
    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
    • I69354: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting left non-dominant side

    Also known as:

    • Dementia
    • Lewy Body Dementia
    • Dementia with Behavioral Changes
    • Dementia with Lewy bodies
    • Cognitive decline
    • Memory loss
    • Brain disorder
    • Dementia with Lewy Bodies
    • DLB
    • Lewy Body Disease
    • Dementia with behavioral problems
    • Cognitive decline with behavior issues
    • Memory loss with personality changes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F0390: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety
    • G3183: Neurocognitive disorder with Lewy bodies
    • F03918: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, with other behavioral disturbance

    Also known as:

    • Nail Fungus
    • Tinea Infection
    • Onychomycosis
    • Fungal nail infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B351: Tinea unguium

    Also known as:

    • Brain Blood Vessel Disease
    • Metabolic Brain Disorder
    • Brain Disease
    • Cerebrovascular Disorder
    • Brain Circulation Problem
    • Brain Vascular Disease
    • Metabolic Encephalopathy
    • Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I679: Cerebrovascular disease, unspecified
    • G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Brain disease (encephalopathy)
    • Brain Disease
    • Brain disorder
    • Brain dysfunction
    • Encephalopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Generalized Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Overall Body Weakness
    • Widespread Muscle Weakness
    • Systemic Muscle Weakness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure

    Also known as:

    • Walking Problems
    • Gait Abnormalities
    • Difficulty Walking
    • Unsteady Gait
    • Balance Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R2689: Other abnormalities of gait and mobility

    Also known as:

    • Need for Personal Care Assistance
    • Help with daily living
    • Assistance with self-care
    • Activities of daily living support

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z741: Need for assistance with personal care

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Combined Systolic and Diastolic Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • Long-term Mixed Heart Failure
    • Chronic Biventricular Heart Failure
    • Ongoing Systolic and Diastolic Dysfunction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I5042: Chronic combined systolic (congestive) and diastolic (congestive) heart failure

    Which procedures does Dr. Turns perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. John Turns may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Turns' office.

    Does Dr. Turns accept my insurance?

    Dr. Turns accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (925) 830-0644 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Turns accept in San Ramon, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Alameda Alliance

    • All Other Third Party

    • Contra Costa

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Health Plan of San Mateo

    • Humana

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • OptumRx

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    Where is Dr. Turns' office located?

    Dr. John Turns' Primary Practice

    5601 Norris Canyon Rd Ste 140

    San Ramon, CA 94583

    (925) 830-0644

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    Dr. John Turns' Practice 2

    22101 Redwood Rd

    Castro Valley, CA 94546

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

    Dr. Turns's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1942371588.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Turns?

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

    What is Dr. John Turns's specialty?

    Dr. Turns is a Family Medicine Specialist near San Ramon, CA. Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care. Contact Dr. Turns to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. John Turns affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Turns is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: John Muir Health - Concord 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 Family Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Family Medicine Specialist with 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 John Turns accepting new patients in San Ramon, CA?

    Yes, Dr. John Turns is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. John Turns offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Turns's office at (925) 830-0644 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with John Turns?

    Please contact Dr. Turns's office at (925) 830-0644 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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