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Who is Dr. Ciovacco, Emergency Medicine Specialist in San Luis Obispo, CA?
Dr. Wendy Ciovacco, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in San Luis Obispo, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Ciovacco is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ciovacco’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ciovacco’s office at (207) 282-9080.
What languages does Dr. Ciovacco speak?
Dr. Ciovacco and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Ciovacco treat?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Ciovacco 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. Ciovacco. 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:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
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:
- 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:
- Ear Infection
- Otitis Media
- Middle Ear Infection
- Ear Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6692: Otitis media, unspecified, left ear
- H6691: Otitis media, unspecified, right ear
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Vaginal Bleeding in Early Pregnancy
- Health Problems in Pregnancy
- Vaginal Bleeding
- Bleeding in Early Pregnancy
- First Trimester Bleeding
- Early Pregnancy Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- O209: Hemorrhage in early pregnancy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Diarrhea
- Loose stools
- Runny poop
- Frequent bowel movements
ICD-10 Codes:
- R197: Diarrhea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Specified Lung Disorder
- Other Breathing Conditions
- Miscellaneous Respiratory Diseases
- Specific Lung Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- J988: Other specified respiratory disorders
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
- Flu
- Influenza with Breathing Problems
- Flu with Cough
- Severe Flu
ICD-10 Codes:
- J111: Influenza due to unidentified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations
Which procedures does Dr. Ciovacco perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Wendy Ciovacco 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. Ciovacco's office.
Does Dr. Ciovacco accept my insurance?
Dr. Ciovacco accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (207) 282-9080 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ciovacco accept in San Luis Obispo, CA?
Dr. Ciovacco in San Luis Obispo, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Shield of California
CenCal Health
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Heritage Health
Medicare
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
Western Growers Association
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Where is Dr. Ciovacco's office located?
Dr. Wendy Ciovacco's Primary Practice
1911 Johnson Ave
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
(207) 282-9080
What is Dr. Ciovacco's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ciovacco's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1609001932.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ciovacco?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ciovacco
What is Dr. Wendy Ciovacco's specialty?
Dr. Ciovacco is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near San Luis Obispo, 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. Ciovacco to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Wendy Ciovacco affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ciovacco is affiliated with Dignity Health - Marian Regional Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Wendy Ciovacco accepting new patients in San Luis Obispo, CA?
Yes, Dr. Wendy Ciovacco is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Wendy Ciovacco offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ciovacco's office at (207) 282-9080 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Wendy Ciovacco?
Please contact Dr. Ciovacco's office at (207) 282-9080 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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