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Dr. Gordon Kaplan, MD

Santa Cruz, CA

38 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Kaplan, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Santa Cruz, CA?

    Dr. Gordon Kaplan, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Santa Cruz, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 38 years and is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine. Dr. Kaplan completed his residency at Worcester City Hosp, Emergency Medicine; Sinai Hosp Of Baltimore, General Surgery; Truman Med Ctr-West, General Surgery. Dr. Kaplan is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kaplan’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kaplan’s office at (831) 423-4111.

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

    • Residency: Worcester City Hosp, Emergency Medicine; Sinai Hosp Of Baltimore, General Surgery; Truman Med Ctr-West, General Surgery

    • Medical School: University of Mo-Kansas City Sch of Med, Kansas City Mo

    Is Dr. Kaplan board certified in Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Gordon Kaplan, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Kaplan speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Kaplan treat?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Kaplan 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. Kaplan. 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:

    • 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:

    • Acute Cough
    • Cough
    • Sudden cough
    • Short-term cough
    • New cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Throat irritation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R051: Acute cough
    • R058: Other specified cough

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Painful Urination
    • Urine and Urination
    • Dysuria
    • Burning when peeing
    • Stinging during urination

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R300: Dysuria

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, 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:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, 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:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Nausea
    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick to Stomach
    • Queasiness
    • Upset Stomach

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R110: Nausea

    Also known as:

    • Acute Bladder Infection
    • Bladder Disease
    • Acute Cystitis
    • Sudden Bladder Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N3000: Acute cystitis without hematuria

    Also known as:

    • Diarrhea
    • Loose stools
    • Runny poop
    • Frequent bowel movements

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R197: Diarrhea, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pink Eye
    • Conjunctivitis
    • Red Eye
    • Acute Conjunctivitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H1033: Unspecified acute conjunctivitis, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Stuffy Nose
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Blocked nose
    • Nasal congestion
    • Congested nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0981: Nasal congestion

    Also known as:

    • Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
    • Flu
    • Influenza with Breathing Problems
    • Flu with Cough
    • Severe Flu

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations

    Which procedures does Dr. Kaplan perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Gordon Kaplan may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Kaplan's office.

    Does Dr. Kaplan accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kaplan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (831) 423-4111 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kaplan accept in Santa Cruz, CA?

    Dr. Kaplan 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

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene

    • Central California Alliance for Health

    • Corporate Services

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Sutter Health

    • UnitedHealthcare

    • Valley Health Plan

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    Where is Dr. Kaplan's office located?

    Dr. Gordon Kaplan's Primary Practice

    2025 Soquel Ave

    Santa Cruz, CA 95062

    (831) 423-4111

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    Dr. Gordon Kaplan's Practice 2

    4663 Scotts Valley Dr

    Scotts Valley, CA 95066

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    Dr. Gordon Kaplan's Practice 3

    2751 Research Park Dr

    Soquel, CA 95073

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

    Dr. Kaplan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1669528758.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kaplan?

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

    What is Dr. Gordon Kaplan's specialty?

    Dr. Kaplan is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Santa Cruz, 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. Kaplan to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Gordon Kaplan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Kaplan is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Emergency Medicine Specialist with 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 Gordon Kaplan accepting new patients in Santa Cruz, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Gordon Kaplan is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Gordon Kaplan offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kaplan's office at (831) 423-4111 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Gordon Kaplan?

    Please contact Dr. Kaplan's office at (831) 423-4111 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Gordon Kaplan have?

    Dr. Gordon Kaplan is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.

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