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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Medero Colon, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Chula Vista, CA?
Dr. Roberto Medero Colon, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Chula Vista, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Medero Colon is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Medero Colon’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Medero Colon’s office at (805) 737-3333.
What languages does Dr. Medero Colon speak?
Dr. Medero Colon and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Medero Colon treat?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Medero Colon 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. Medero Colon. 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:
- Abdominal Pain
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
- R1013: Epigastric pain
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Arrhythmia
- Fast Heartbeat
- Irregular heartbeat
- Heart rhythm disorder
- Cardiac dysrhythmia
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- I499: Cardiac arrhythmia, unspecified
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Low Sodium Levels
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Sodium
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Digestive Disease
- Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
- Non-Bacterial Colitis
- Gut Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Medero Colon perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Roberto Medero Colon 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. Medero Colon's office.
Does Dr. Medero Colon accept my insurance?
Dr. Medero Colon accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (805) 737-3333 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Medero Colon accept in Chula Vista, CA?
Dr. Medero Colon in Chula Vista, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Crown Cork and Seal Company
Hackensack Meridian Health
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Other Support Agencies/Consultants
Rady Childrens Hospital-San Diego
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Medero Colon's office located?
Dr. Roberto Medero Colon's Primary Practice
435 H St
Chula Vista, CA 91910
(805) 737-3333
What is Dr. Medero Colon's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Medero Colon's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063644193.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Medero Colon?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Medero Colon
What is Dr. Roberto Medero Colon's specialty?
Dr. Medero Colon is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Chula Vista, 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. Medero Colon to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Roberto Medero Colon affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Medero Colon is affiliated with Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego, Kaiser Permanente San Diego Medical Center, Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, Jacobs Medical Center at UC San Diego Health, Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center, Sharp Memorial Hospital 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
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Is Roberto Medero Colon accepting new patients in Chula Vista, CA?
Yes, Dr. Roberto Medero Colon is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Roberto Medero Colon offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Medero Colon's office at (805) 737-3333 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Roberto Medero Colon?
Please contact Dr. Medero Colon's office at (805) 737-3333 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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