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Dr. Daniel Colby, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Sacramento, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Colby, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Sacramento, CA?

    Dr. Daniel Colby, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Sacramento, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Colby graduated from University of California and completed his residency at UC Irvine Medical Center. Dr. Colby is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Colby’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Colby’s office at (916) 734-5846.

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

    • Residency: UC Irvine Medical Center

    • Medical School: University of California

    What languages does Dr. Colby speak?

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

    • English

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

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

    • Opioid Use
    • Pain Relievers
    • Opioid consumption
    • Taking opioids
    • Opioid intake

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F1190: Opioid use, unspecified, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    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:

    • Painful Urination
    • Urine and Urination
    • Dysuria
    • Burning when peeing
    • Stinging during urination

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R300: Dysuria

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

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Daniel Colby may include:

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

    Does Dr. Colby accept my insurance?

    Dr. Colby accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (916) 734-5846 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Colby accept in Sacramento, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • Centene Corporation

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Health Plan of San Joaquin

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other TPA

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Colby's office located?

    Dr. Daniel Colby's Primary Practice

    3160 Folsom Blvd Ste 2500

    Sacramento, CA 95816

    (916) 734-5846

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    Dr. Daniel Colby's Practice 2

    3160 Folsom Blvd

    Sacramento, CA 95816

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

    Dr. Colby's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1467740548.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Colby?

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

    What is Dr. Daniel Colby's specialty?

    Dr. Colby is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Sacramento, 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. Daniel Colby affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Colby is affiliated with Uc Davis Medical Center, Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento, Mercy San Juan Medical Center, Mercy General Hospital, Marshall Hospital, Mills-Peninsula Medical Center 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. Daniel Colby accepting new patients in Sacramento, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Daniel Colby is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Daniel Colby offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Colby's office at (916) 734-5846 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Daniel Colby?

    Please contact Dr. Colby's office at (916) 734-5846 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Colby's office located?

    Dr. Colby's office is located in Sacramento, CA.