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42 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kuracina, Emergency Medicine Specialist in La Quinta, CA?
Dr. Debra Kuracina, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in La Quinta, CA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 42 years and is board certified. Dr. Kuracina completed her residency at U Hosp-Suny Hlth Sci Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Kuracina is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kuracina’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kuracina’s office at (760) 564-0101.
Where did Dr. Kuracina go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: U Hosp-Suny Hlth Sci Ctr, Internal Medicine | SUNY Upstate
Medical School: Suny-Hlth Sci Ctr At Syracuse, Coll of Med, Syracuse Ny | Upstate Medical University/ College of Health Professions
Is Dr. Kuracina board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Debra Kuracina, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Kuracina speak?
Dr. Kuracina and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kuracina typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Kuracina 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. Kuracina. 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:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Sinusitis
- Sinus Infection
- Rhinosinusitis
- Acute Sinus Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J0190: Acute sinusitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sudden Bladder Inflammation with Blood in Urine
- Bladder Disease
- Urine and Urination
- Acute Bladder Infection with Blood
- Cystitis with Hematuria
- Bloody Urine from Bladder Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N3001: Acute cystitis with hematuria
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:
- Acute Maxillary Sinus Infection
- Sinusitis
- Acute maxillary sinusitis
- Short-term cheekbone sinus infection
- Maxillary sinus inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J0100: Acute maxillary sinusitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Skin Rash
- Rashes
- Skin Eruption
- Hives
- Dermatitis
- Skin Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- R21: Rash and other nonspecific skin eruption
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kuracina typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Kuracina performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Kuracina. 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:
- Abscess Drainage
- Abscess
- Incision and Drainage (I&D)
- Boil Lancing
- Cyst Drainage
- Skin Abscess Removal
CPT Codes:
- 10060: Incision and drainage of abscess (eg, carbuncle, suppurative hidradenitis, cutaneous or subcutaneous abscess, cyst, furuncle, or paronychia); simple or single
Does Dr. Kuracina accept my insurance?
Dr. Kuracina accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (760) 564-0101 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kuracina accept in La Quinta, CA?
Dr. Kuracina in La Quinta, 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
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Inland Empire
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Kuracina's office located?
What is Dr. Kuracina's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kuracina's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1811915424.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kuracina?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kuracina
What is Dr. Debra Kuracina's specialty?
Dr. Kuracina is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near La Quinta, 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 this Dr. Debra Kuracina affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kuracina is affiliated with Eisenhower Health Main Campus 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
When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Debra Kuracina accepting new patients in La Quinta, CA?
Yes, Dr. Debra Kuracina is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Debra Kuracina offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kuracina's office at (760) 564-0101 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Debra Kuracina?
Please contact Dr. Kuracina's office at (760) 564-0101 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Debra Kuracina have?
Dr. Debra Kuracina is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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