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Who is Dr. Saunders, Emergency Medicine Specialist in San Mateo, CA?
Dr. James Saunders, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in San Mateo, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Saunders is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Saunders’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Saunders’s office.
What languages does Dr. Saunders speak?
Dr. Saunders and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Saunders treat?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Saunders 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. Saunders. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
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:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Which procedures does Dr. Saunders perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. James Saunders may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Saunders' office.
Does Dr. Saunders accept my insurance?
Dr. Saunders accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Saunders accept in San Mateo, CA?
Dr. Saunders in San Mateo, 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
Centene
Chinese Community Health Plan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
San Francisco Health Plan
Sutter Health
The Health Care Group
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Where is Dr. Saunders' office located?
What is Dr. Saunders's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Saunders's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1164838181.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Saunders?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Saunders
What is Dr. James Saunders's specialty?
Dr. Saunders is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near San Mateo, 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. Saunders to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. James Saunders affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Saunders is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Chinese Hospital. 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?
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Is James Saunders accepting new patients in San Mateo, CA?
Yes, Dr. James Saunders is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Saunders offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Saunders's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Saunders?
Please contact Dr. Saunders's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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