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Who is Dr. Kaufman, Hospitalist in Salinas, CA?
Dr. Bruce Kaufman, DO is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Salinas, CA. Dr. Kaufman is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kaufman’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kaufman’s office.
What languages does Dr. Kaufman speak?
Dr. Kaufman and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Kaufman typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Kaufman 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. Kaufman. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
Also known as:
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- GI Bleeding
- Internal Digestive Bleeding
- Digestive Tract Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Kaufman typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Bruce Kaufman may include:
Please contact Dr. Kaufman's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Kaufman accept my insurance?
Dr. Kaufman 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. Kaufman accept in Salinas, CA?
Dr. Kaufman in Salinas, 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
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Imperial Health Holdings
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Santa Cruz County
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Kaufman's office located?
What is Dr. Kaufman's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kaufman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1912393489.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kaufman?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kaufman
What is Dr. Bruce Kaufman's specialty?
Dr. Kaufman is a Hospitalist near Salinas, CA.
What does a Hospitalist do?
Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.
Is this Dr. Bruce Kaufman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Kaufman is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Salinas Valley Health Medical Center, Natividad Medical Center, Hazel Hawkins Memorial 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
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Is Bruce Kaufman accepting new patients in Salinas, CA?
Yes, Dr. Bruce Kaufman is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Bruce Kaufman offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kaufman's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Bruce Kaufman?
Please contact Dr. Kaufman's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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450 E Romie Ln
Salinas, CA 93901