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Who is Dr. Torgerson, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Placerville, CA?
Dr. Shane Torgerson, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Placerville, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Torgerson graduated from Loma Linda University School of Medicine. Dr. Torgerson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Torgerson’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Torgerson’s office at (530) 622-1441.
Where did Dr. Torgerson go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Loma Linda University School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Torgerson speak?
Dr. Torgerson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Torgerson typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Torgerson 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. Torgerson. 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 here.
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:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sudden Bladder Inflammation with Blood in Urine
- Bladder Disease
- Urine and Urination
- Acute Bladder Infection with Blood
- Cystitis with Hematuria
- Bloody Urine from Bladder Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N3001: Acute cystitis with hematuria
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, 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:
- Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
- Flu
- Influenza with Breathing Problems
- Flu with Cough
- Severe Flu
ICD-10 Codes:
- J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Torgerson typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Shane Torgerson may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Torgerson's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Torgerson accept my insurance?
Dr. Torgerson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (530) 622-1441 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Torgerson accept in Placerville, CA?
Dr. Torgerson in Placerville, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
CommonSpirit Health
Federal government of the United States
Health Plan of San Joaquin
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Torgerson's office located?
Dr. Shane Torgerson's Primary Practice
1100 Marshall Way
Placerville, CA 95667
(530) 622-1441
What is Dr. Torgerson's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Torgerson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1265791743.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Torgerson?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Torgerson
What is Dr. Shane Torgerson's specialty?
Dr. Torgerson is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Placerville, 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 this Dr. Shane Torgerson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Torgerson is affiliated with Marshall Hospital, Uc Davis Medical Center, Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento, Kaiser Permanente South Sacramento Medical Center, Sutter Roseville Medical Center, Emanuel Medical Center - Turlock, Ca 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
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Is Shane Torgerson accepting new patients in Placerville, CA?
Yes, Dr. Shane Torgerson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shane Torgerson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Torgerson's office at (530) 622-1441 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shane Torgerson?
Please contact Dr. Torgerson's office at (530) 622-1441 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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