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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gerton, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Kealakekua, HI?
Dr. Jeffrey Gerton, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Kealakekua, HI. Dr. Gerton is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gerton’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gerton’s office at (808) 322-4413.
What languages does Dr. Gerton speak?
Dr. Gerton and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Gerton typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Gerton 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. Gerton. 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:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Fast Heartbeat
- Arrhythmia
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Dehydration
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Lack of Fluids
- Fluid Loss
- Body Water Depletion
ICD-10 Codes:
- E860: Dehydration
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Gerton typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Jeffrey Gerton 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. Gerton's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Gerton accept my insurance?
Dr. Gerton accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (808) 322-4413 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gerton accept in Kealakekua, HI?
Dr. Gerton in Kealakekua, HI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
6 Degrees Health
Cambia Health Solutions
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Inland Empire Health Plan
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
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Where is Dr. Gerton's office located?
What is Dr. Gerton's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gerton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1689719494.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gerton?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gerton
What is Dr. Jeffrey Gerton's specialty?
Dr. Gerton is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Kealakekua, HI.
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. Jeffrey Gerton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gerton is affiliated with Multicare Good Samaritan Hospital, St. Joseph Medical Center - Tacoma 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 Jeffrey Gerton accepting new patients in Kealakekua, HI?
Yes, Dr. Jeffrey Gerton is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jeffrey Gerton offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gerton's office at (808) 322-4413 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jeffrey Gerton?
Please contact Dr. Gerton's office at (808) 322-4413 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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