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23 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Strukel, Emergency Medicine Specialist in La Mesa, CA?
Dr. William Strukel, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in La Mesa, CA. He has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine. Dr. Strukel graduated from University of California and completed his residency at La Co Harbor Ucla Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Strukel is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Strukel’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Strukel’s office at (619) 465-0711.
Where did Dr. Strukel go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: La Co Harbor Ucla Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine
Medical School: University of Ca, San Diego, Sch of Med, La Jolla Ca | University of California
Is Dr. Strukel board certified in Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. William Strukel, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Strukel speak?
Dr. Strukel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Strukel treat?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Strukel 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. Strukel. 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:
- Sore Throat
- Strep Throat
- Streptococcal Infection
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
- Bacterial Sore Throat
- Pharyngitis
- Strep Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
- J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis
Also known as:
- Painful Urination
- Urine and Urination
- Dysuria
- Burning when peeing
- Stinging during urination
ICD-10 Codes:
- R300: Dysuria
Also known as:
- Ear Infection
- Otitis Media
- Middle Ear Infection
- Ear Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6691: Otitis media, unspecified, right ear
- H6692: Otitis media, unspecified, left ear
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:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Skin Rash
- Rashes
- Skin Eruption
- Hives
- Dermatitis
- Skin Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- R21: Rash and other nonspecific skin eruption
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:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Acute Cough
- Cough
- Sudden cough
- Short-term cough
- New cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R051: Acute cough
Also known as:
- Sinusitis
- Sinus Infection
- Rhinosinusitis
- Acute Sinus Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J0190: Acute sinusitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Bronchitis
- Chest cold
- Short-term bronchitis
- Acute chest infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Right Lower Abdominal Pain
- Pelvic Pain
- Pain in lower right belly
- RLQ pain
- Right-sided lower abdominal discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1031: Right lower quadrant pain
Which procedures does Dr. Strukel perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. William Strukel 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. Strukel's office.
Does Dr. Strukel accept my insurance?
Dr. Strukel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 465-0711 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Strukel accept in La Mesa, CA?
Dr. Strukel in La Mesa, 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
Blue Shield of California
Centene
Community Health Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Molina
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Strukel's office located?
Dr. William Strukel's Primary Practice
8851 Center Dr Ste 600
La Mesa, CA 91942
(619) 465-0711
What is Dr. Strukel's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Strukel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1770633695.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Strukel?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Strukel
What is Dr. William Strukel's specialty?
Dr. Strukel is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near La Mesa, 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. Strukel to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. William Strukel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Strukel is affiliated with Sharp Grossmont Hospital, Sharp Memorial Hospital, Sharp Coronado 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
Where can I learn more about Emergency Medicine Specialist?
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Is William Strukel accepting new patients in La Mesa, CA?
Yes, Dr. William Strukel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. William Strukel offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Strukel's office at (619) 465-0711 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with William Strukel?
Please contact Dr. Strukel's office at (619) 465-0711 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. William Strukel have?
Dr. William Strukel is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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