Dr. Kenshata Watkins, MD
Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist
,Internist
,Family Medicine Specialist
,Emergency Medicine Specialist
Walnut Creek, CA
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Watkins, Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist in Walnut Creek, CA?
Dr. Kenshata Watkins, MD is a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Walnut Creek, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Watkins is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Watkins’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Watkins’s office at (510) 428-3240.
What languages does Dr. Watkins speak?
Dr. Watkins and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Watkins typically treat?
As a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Watkins 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. Watkins. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Asthma Flare-Up
- Asthma
- Asthma Attack
- Acute Asthma Exacerbation
- Worsening Asthma
- Asthma Episode
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45901: Unspecified asthma with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Digestive Disease
- Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
- Non-Bacterial Colitis
- Gut Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Viral Intestinal Infection
- Gastroenteritis
- Viral Infection
- Viral Gastroenteritis (Stomach Flu)
- Viral stomach flu
- Viral enteritis
- Viral gut infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A084: Viral intestinal infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
What procedures does a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Watkins typically perform?
As a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Kenshata Watkins may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Watkins' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Watkins accept my insurance?
Dr. Watkins accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (510) 428-3240 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Watkins accept in Walnut Creek, CA?
Dr. Watkins in Walnut Creek, 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 Corporation
Community Health Network of Washington
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Plan of San Joaquin
Kaiser Permanente
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Watkins' office located?
Dr. Kenshata Watkins' Primary Practice
1450 Treat Blvd # 160
Walnut Creek, CA 94597
(510) 428-3240
What is Dr. Watkins's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Watkins's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1245573393.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Watkins?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Watkins
What is Dr. Kenshata Watkins's specialty?
Dr. Watkins is a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist near Walnut Creek, CA.
What does a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
A pediatrician with specialized qualifications in managing emergencies in infants and children, providing rapid, expert care for acute medical situations to ensure the best possible outcomes.
Is this Dr. Kenshata Watkins affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Watkins is affiliated with Washington Hospital Healthcare System, Stanford Health Care - Valleycare, Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Summit Campus, Sutter Tracy Community Hospital, Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center, Eden 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 a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatric 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 Kenshata Watkins accepting new patients in Walnut Creek, CA?
Yes, Dr. Kenshata Watkins is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kenshata Watkins offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Watkins's office at (510) 428-3240 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kenshata Watkins?
Please contact Dr. Watkins's office at (510) 428-3240 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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