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35 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Escalada, Family Medicine Specialist in Hercules, CA?
Dr. Maria Escalada, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Hercules, CA. She has been practicing for over 35 years. Dr. Escalada graduated from Far Eastern University Institute of Medicine and completed her residency at A Einstein Coll M-Yeshiva U, Pediatrics. Dr. Escalada is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Escalada’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. Escalada’s office at (510) 779-2100.
Where did Dr. Escalada go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: A Einstein Coll M-Yeshiva U, Pediatrics | Jacobi Medical Center/Albert Einstein College of Medicine Program
Medical School: Dr. Nicanor Reyes Medical Foundation Institute of Medicine - Far Eastern University | Far Eastern University Institute of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Escalada speak?
Dr. Escalada and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Escalada treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Escalada 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. Escalada. 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:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Other Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- General Cancer Screening
- Unspecified Cancer Check
- Screening for Rare Cancers
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1289: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of other sites
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fatty Liver Disease
- Liver Disease
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
- NAFLD
- NASH
- Hepatic steatosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K760: Fatty (change of) liver, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal polyps
- Bowel polyps
- Intestinal polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- K635: Polyp of colon
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Uterine Fibroids
- Leiomyoma
- Fibromyoma
- Myoma
- Uterine growth
ICD-10 Codes:
- D259: Leiomyoma of uterus, unspecified
Also known as:
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
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:
- Acid Reflux
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
Also known as:
- Acute Bronchitis
- Chest cold
- Short-term bronchitis
- Acute chest infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Peripheral Artery Disease
- PVD
- PAD
- Poor Circulation in Legs
- Blocked Leg Arteries
ICD-10 Codes:
- I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Single Nontoxic Thyroid Nodule
- Thyroid Disease
- Benign Thyroid Nodule
- Solitary Thyroid Nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
- E041: Nontoxic single thyroid nodule
Also known as:
- Prediabetes
- Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
- Borderline diabetes
- Insulin resistance
- High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7303: Prediabetes
Also known as:
- Age-Related Osteoporosis
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Senile Osteoporosis
- Primary Osteoporosis
- Bone Thinning from Aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
Also known as:
- Blood in Urine
- Urine and Urination
- Hematuria (Blood in the Urine)
- Hematuria
- Bloody urine
- Red urine
ICD-10 Codes:
- R319: Hematuria, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, 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:
- Abnormal Liver Function Test
- Liver Disease
- Irregular Liver Function Study
- Unusual Liver Exam
- Liver Disease Diagnosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- R945: Abnormal results of liver function studies
Which procedures does Dr. Escalada perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Maria Escalada may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Escalada's office.
Does Dr. Escalada accept my insurance?
Dr. Escalada accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (510) 779-2100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Escalada accept in Hercules, CA?
Dr. Escalada in Hercules, 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
BCBS Unspecified
Centene
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Medicare
State of Tennessee
Sutter Health
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Escalada's office located?
Dr. Maria Escalada's Primary Practice
500 Alfred Nobel Dr Ste 150
Hercules, CA 94547
(510) 779-2100
What is Dr. Escalada's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Escalada's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1497787899.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Escalada?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Escalada
What is Dr. Maria Escalada's specialty?
Dr. Escalada is a Family Medicine Specialist near Hercules, CA. Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care. Contact Dr. Escalada to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Maria Escalada affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Escalada is affiliated with Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Summit Campus, John Muir Health Concord Medical Center, John Muir Health Walnut Creek Medical Center, California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus, Sutter Delta Medical Center, UCSF Medical Center at Parnassus 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
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Is Maria Escalada accepting new patients in Hercules, CA?
Yes, Dr. Maria Escalada is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Maria Escalada offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Escalada's office at (510) 779-2100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Maria Escalada?
Please contact Dr. Escalada's office at (510) 779-2100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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