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Who is Dr. Kearns, Hospitalist in Santa Cruz, CA?
Dr. Malcolm Kearns is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Santa Cruz, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Kearns is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kearns’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kearns’s office at (831) 458-6925.
What languages does Dr. Kearns speak?
Dr. Kearns and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Kearns treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Kearns 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. Kearns. 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:
- Sepsis
- Severe Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
- Systemic Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
- R6520: Severe sepsis without septic shock
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Toxic brain damage
- Toxic encephalopathy
- Brain damage from toxins
- Drug-induced brain disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- G928: Other toxic encephalopathy
Also known as:
- Alcohol Withdrawal Symptoms
- Alcohol
- Alcohol Detoxification
- Alcohol Withdrawal Syndrome
- Alcoholism Withdrawal
- Quitting Alcohol Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- F10939: Alcohol use, unspecified with withdrawal, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Bowel Obstruction
- Blocked Intestines
- Gut Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction
Also known as:
- Cellulitis
- Bacterial Skin Infection
- Leg Skin Infection
- Spreading Skin Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- L03115: Cellulitis of right lower limb
Which procedures does Dr. Kearns perform as a Hospitalist?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Malcolm Kearns may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Kearns' office.
Does Dr. Kearns accept my insurance?
Dr. Kearns accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (831) 458-6925 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kearns accept in Santa Cruz, CA?
Dr. Kearns in Santa Cruz, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
CenCal Health
Central California Alliance for Health
Department of Veterans Affairs
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Presbyterian Health Plan
State of Tennessee
Sutter Health
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Where is Dr. Kearns' office located?
Dr. Malcolm Kearns' Primary Practice
1661 Soquel Dr Ste D
Santa Cruz, CA 95065
(831) 458-6925
What is Dr. Kearns's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kearns's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275928764.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kearns?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kearns
What is Dr. Malcolm Kearns's specialty?
Dr. Kearns is a Hospitalist near Santa Cruz, CA. Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays. Contact Dr. Kearns to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Malcolm Kearns affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Kearns is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Dominican Hospital - Santa Cruz. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Hospitalist?
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Is Malcolm Kearns accepting new patients in Santa Cruz, CA?
Yes, Dr. Malcolm Kearns is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Malcolm Kearns offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kearns's office at (831) 458-6925 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Malcolm Kearns?
Please contact Dr. Kearns's office at (831) 458-6925 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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