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Dr. Russell Brutscher, MD

Dr. Russell Brutscher, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Harbor City, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Brutscher, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Harbor City, CA?

    Dr. Russell Brutscher, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Harbor City, CA. Dr. Brutscher graduated from Rutgers and completed his residency at Chas R Drew Univ Med & Sci, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Brutscher is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Brutscher’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Brutscher’s office at (310) 325-5111.

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

    • Residency: Chas R Drew Univ Med & Sci, Emergency Medicine | Louisiana State University (Lake Charles) Program

    • Medical School: Umdnj-New Jersey Med Sch- Newark Nj | Rutgers

    What languages does Dr. Brutscher speak?

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

    • English

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

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

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, 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:

    • Widespread Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • General stomach pain
    • Overall belly pain
    • Diffuse abdominal pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1084: Generalized abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, 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:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, 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:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

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

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Russell Brutscher may include:

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

    Does Dr. Brutscher accept my insurance?

    Dr. Brutscher accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 325-5111 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Brutscher accept in Harbor City, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Apex Healthcare

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx Administered Payer

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other Provider Networks

    • Preferred IPA

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Brutscher's office located?

    Dr. Russell Brutscher's Primary Practice

    25825 Vermont Ave

    Harbor City, CA 90710

    (310) 325-5111

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

    Dr. Brutscher's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1750439626.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Brutscher?

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

    What is Dr. Russell Brutscher's specialty?

    Dr. Brutscher is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Harbor City, 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. Russell Brutscher affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Brutscher is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente South Bay Medical Center, Memorial Hospital Of Gardena, Kaiser Permanente San Diego Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Fontana Medical Center, Providence Little Company Of Mary Medical Center Torrance, Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles 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. Russell Brutscher accepting new patients in Harbor City, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Russell Brutscher is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Russell Brutscher offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Brutscher's office at (310) 325-5111 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Russell Brutscher?

    Please contact Dr. Brutscher's office at (310) 325-5111 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Brutscher's office located?

    Dr. Brutscher's office is located in Harbor City, CA.