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Dr. James O'brien, MD

South San Francisco, CA

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    Who is Dr. O'brien, Emergency Medicine Specialist in South San Francisco, CA?

    Dr. James O'brien, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in South San Francisco, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. O'brien is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. O'brien’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. O'brien’s office at (312) 563-4270.

    What languages does Dr. O'brien speak?

    Dr. O'brien and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. O'brien treat?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. O'brien 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. O'brien. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J111: Influenza due to unidentified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. O'brien perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. James O'brien may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. O'brien's office.

    Does Dr. O'brien accept my insurance?

    Dr. O'brien accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (312) 563-4270 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. O'brien accept in South San Francisco, CA?

    Dr. O'brien in South San Francisco, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Health Plan

    • All Other Third Party

    • Health Plan of San Joaquin

    • Health Plan of San Mateo

    • Humana

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • San Francisco Health Plan

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. O'brien's office located?

    Dr. James O'brien's Primary Practice

    1200 El Camino Real

    South San Francisco, CA 94080

    (312) 563-4270

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    Dr. James O'brien's Practice 2

    1653 W Congress Pkwy

    Chicago, IL 60612

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    Dr. James O'brien's Practice 3

    251 E Huron St

    Chicago, IL 60611

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

    Dr. O'brien's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1780143024.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. O'brien?

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

    What is Dr. James O'brien's specialty?

    Dr. O'brien is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near South San Francisco, 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. O'brien to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. James O'brien affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, O'brien is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: South San Francisco Medical Center. 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 James O'brien accepting new patients in South San Francisco, CA?

    Yes, Dr. James O'brien is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. James O'brien offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. O'brien's office at (312) 563-4270 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with James O'brien?

    Please contact Dr. O'brien's office at (312) 563-4270 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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