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21 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Wenker, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Sacramento, CA?
Dr. Kerilee Wenker, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Sacramento, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified. Dr. Wenker is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wenker’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wenker’s office at (916) 454-2222.
Is Dr. Wenker board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Kerilee Wenker, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Wenker speak?
Dr. Wenker and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Wenker typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Wenker 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. Wenker. 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:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Wenker typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Kerilee Wenker 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. Wenker's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Wenker accept my insurance?
Dr. Wenker accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (916) 454-2222 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Wenker accept in Sacramento, CA?
Dr. Wenker in Sacramento, 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 Corporation
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Health Plan of San Joaquin
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Wenker's office located?
What is Dr. Wenker's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Wenker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1033253612.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wenker?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Wenker
What is Dr. Kerilee Wenker's specialty?
Dr. Wenker is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Sacramento, 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. Kerilee Wenker affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Wenker is affiliated with Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento, Mercy General Hospital, Uc Davis Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente South Sacramento Medical Center, Sutter Roseville Medical Center, Sutter Tracy Community Hospital 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Kerilee Wenker accepting new patients in Sacramento, CA?
Yes, Dr. Kerilee Wenker is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kerilee Wenker offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Wenker's office at (916) 454-2222 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kerilee Wenker?
Please contact Dr. Wenker's office at (916) 454-2222 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Kerilee Wenker have?
Dr. Kerilee Wenker is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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