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Dr. Thomas Dalton, MD

Dr. Thomas Dalton, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Oakland, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Dalton, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Oakland, CA?

    Dr. Thomas Dalton, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Oakland, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Dalton graduated from University Of Colorado School Of Medicine and is currently affiliated with Ucsf Benioff Childrens Hospital Oakland. Dr. Dalton is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dalton’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dalton’s office at (510) 307-1721.

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

    • Medical School: University Of Colorado School Of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Dalton speak?

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

    • English

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

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

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Fast Heartbeat
    • Arrhythmia
    • Tachycardia
    • Rapid heart rate
    • Racing heart

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R000: Tachycardia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Asthma Flare-Up
    • Asthma
    • Asthma Attack
    • Acute Asthma Exacerbation
    • Worsening Asthma
    • Asthma Episode

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J45901: Unspecified asthma with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified

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

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Thomas Dalton may include:

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

    Does Dr. Dalton accept my insurance?

    Dr. Dalton accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (510) 307-1721 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Dalton accept in Oakland, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • State of California

    • Sutter Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Dalton's office located?

    Ucsf Benioff Childrens Hospital Oakland

    747 52nd St

    Oakland, CA 94609

    (510) 307-1721

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    Dr. Thomas Dalton's Practice 2

    5176 Hill Rd E

    Lakeport, CA 95453

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    Dr. Thomas Dalton's Practice 3

    1101 Van Ness Ave

    San Francisco, CA 94109

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

    Dr. Dalton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1336376243.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dalton?

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

    What is Dr. Thomas Dalton's specialty?

    Dr. Dalton is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Oakland, 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. Thomas Dalton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Dalton is affiliated with California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus, California Pacific Medical Center - Mission Bernal Campus, California Pacific Medical Center - Davies Campus, Mills-Peninsula Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente San Francisco Medical Center, Ucsf Medical Center At Parnassus 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. Thomas Dalton accepting new patients in Oakland, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Thomas Dalton is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Thomas Dalton offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Dalton's office at (510) 307-1721 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Thomas Dalton?

    Please contact Dr. Dalton's office at (510) 307-1721 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Dalton's office located?

    Dr. Dalton's offices are located in Oakland, CA, Lakeport, CA, and San Francisco, CA.