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Dr. Thomas Kemmerly, MD

Murrieta, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kemmerly, Gastroenterologist in Murrieta, CA?

    Dr. Thomas Kemmerly, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Murrieta, CA. He is board certified. Dr. Kemmerly is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kemmerly’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. Kemmerly’s office at (951) 600-0288.

    What languages does Dr. Kemmerly speak?

    Dr. Kemmerly and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Kemmerly treat?

    As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Kemmerly 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. Kemmerly. 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:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    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:

    • Rectal Bleeding
    • Dark, Tarry Stools (Melena)
    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
    • Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
    • Anal Bleeding
    • Blood in Stool
    • Lower GI Bleed
    • Melena
    • Black Stools
    • Upper GI Bleed Signs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K625: Hemorrhage of anus and rectum
    • K921: Melena

    Also known as:

    • Other Difficulty Swallowing
    • Difficulty Swallowing
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Dysphagia
    • Trouble swallowing
    • Swallowing problems
    • Painful swallowing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1319: Other dysphagia
    • R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Change in Bowel Habits
    • Abnormal Bowel Movements
    • Bowel Movement
    • Altered Bowel Habits
    • Irregular Bowel Movements
    • Changes in Pooping
    • Unusual stool
    • Changes in poop
    • Fecal changes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R194: Change in bowel habit
    • R195: Other fecal abnormalities

    Also known as:

    • Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
    • Widespread Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • Epigastric pain
    • Pain below breastbone
    • Upper stomach pain
    • General stomach pain
    • Overall belly pain
    • Diffuse abdominal pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1013: Epigastric pain
    • R1084: Generalized abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Anemia
    • Iron Deficiency Anemia
    • Iron
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency
    • Anemia from Iron Lack
    • Low Iron Anemia
    • Sideropenic Anemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified
    • D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Barrett's Esophagus
    • Esophagus Disorder
    • Barrett’s Esophagus
    • Barrett's condition
    • Esophageal metaplasia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2270: Barrett's esophagus without dysplasia

    Also known as:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal Polyps
    • Intestinal Polyps
    • Bowel Polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z86010: Personal history of colon polyps

    Also known as:

    • Blocked Esophagus
    • Esophagus Disorder
    • Esophageal Obstruction
    • Food Pipe Blockage
    • Swallowing Difficulty

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K222: Esophageal obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Benign Ascending Colon Polyp
    • Benign Tumor
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colon Polyps
    • Non-cancerous ascending colon growth
    • Ascending colon adenoma
    • Ascending colon benign tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D122: Benign neoplasm of ascending colon

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Diarrhea
    • Loose stools
    • Runny poop
    • Frequent bowel movements

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R197: Diarrhea, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Constipation
    • Difficulty Passing Stool
    • Infrequent Bowel Movements
    • Hard Stools

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5900: Constipation, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Digestive Tract Imaging
    • Abnormal GI scan
    • Unusual digestive imaging
    • Digestive system imaging findings

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R933: Abnormal findings on diagnostic imaging of other parts of digestive tract

    Does Dr. Kemmerly accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kemmerly accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (951) 600-0288 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kemmerly accept in Murrieta, CA?

    Dr. Kemmerly in Murrieta, 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

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Heritage Health

    • OptumRx

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Kemmerly's office located?

    Dr. Thomas Kemmerly's Primary Practice

    40404 California Oaks Rd Ste C

    Murrieta, CA 92562

    (951) 600-0288

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

    Dr. Kemmerly's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1033476262.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kemmerly?

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

    What is Dr. Thomas Kemmerly's specialty?

    Dr. Kemmerly is a Gastroenterologist near Murrieta, CA. An internist focused on diagnosing and treating disorders of the digestive system, encompassing the stomach, intestines, liver, and gallbladder. This specialist manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice, and performs intricate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to examine internal organs. Contact Dr. Kemmerly to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Thomas Kemmerly affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Kemmerly is affiliated with Loma Linda University Medical Center Murrieta, Southwest Healthcare Rancho Springs 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 Thomas Kemmerly accepting new patients in Murrieta, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Thomas Kemmerly is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Thomas Kemmerly offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kemmerly's office at (951) 600-0288 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Thomas Kemmerly?

    Please contact Dr. Kemmerly's office at (951) 600-0288 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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