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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Bascombe, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Oakland, CA?
Dr. Kristen Bascombe, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Oakland, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Bascombe is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bascombe’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bascombe’s office at (415) 206-5753.
What languages does Dr. Bascombe speak?
Dr. Bascombe and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Bascombe typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Bascombe 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. Bascombe. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1013: Epigastric pain
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Bascombe typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Kristen Bascombe 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. Bascombe's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Bascombe accept my insurance?
Dr. Bascombe accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 206-5753 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bascombe accept in Oakland, CA?
Dr. Bascombe in Oakland, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Plan of San Joaquin
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
Sutter Health
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Bascombe's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Bascombe affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Bascombe has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Summit Campus,Oakland, CA
Ranked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 4 Procedures
Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Summit Campus,Oakland, CA
Ranked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 4 Procedures
Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center,Oakland, CARanked in 3 Procedures
Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center,Oakland, CA
Ranked in 3 Procedures
Eden Medical Center,Castro Valley, CARanked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 2 Procedures
Eden Medical Center,Castro Valley, CA
Ranked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 2 Procedures
California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus,San Francisco, CARanked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 5 Procedures
California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus,San Francisco, CA
Ranked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 5 Procedures
Sutter Delta Medical Center,Antioch, CARanked ObGyn Surgery
Ranked C-section surgery
Sutter Delta Medical Center,Antioch, CA
Ranked ObGyn Surgery
Ranked C-section surgery
Sutter Tracy Community Hospital,Tracy, CARanked Mastectomy
Sutter Tracy Community Hospital,Tracy, CA
Ranked Mastectomy
What is Dr. Bascombe's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bascombe's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1396308615.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bascombe?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bascombe
What is Dr. Kristen Bascombe's specialty?
Dr. Bascombe is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Oakland, 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 Dr. Kristen Bascombe affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bascombe is affiliated with Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Summit Campus, Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center, Eden Medical Center, California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus, Sutter Delta 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
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Is Dr. Kristen Bascombe accepting new patients in Oakland, CA?
Yes, Dr. Kristen Bascombe is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kristen Bascombe offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bascombe's office at (415) 206-5753 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Kristen Bascombe?
Please contact Dr. Bascombe's office at (415) 206-5753 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Bascombe's office located?
Dr. Bascombe's offices are located in Oakland, CA, Lakeport, CA, and San Francisco, CA.
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