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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Guess, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Pittsburgh, PA?
Dr. Matthew Guess, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Pittsburgh, PA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Guess is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Guess’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Guess’s office at (310) 514-5350.
What languages does Dr. Guess speak?
Dr. Guess and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Guess typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Guess 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. Guess. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, 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
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1013: Epigastric pain
Also known as:
- Acute pain from injury
- Pain
- Traumatic pain
- Injury pain
- Sudden pain from trauma
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8911: Acute pain due to trauma
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Exposure to COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- COVID-19 contact
- Suspected coronavirus exposure
- SARS-CoV-2 exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Precordial pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R072: Precordial pain
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Guess typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Matthew Guess 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. Guess' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Guess accept my insurance?
Dr. Guess accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 514-5350 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Guess accept in Pittsburgh, PA?
Dr. Guess in Pittsburgh, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross Blue Shield Association
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Highmark Health
Medicaid
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
UPMC Health System
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Where is Dr. Guess' office located?
What is Dr. Guess's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Guess's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1194107169.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Guess?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Guess
What is Dr. Matthew Guess's specialty?
Dr. Guess is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Pittsburgh, PA.
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 this Dr. Matthew Guess affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Guess is affiliated with Upmc Washington which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. Explore 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 Matthew Guess accepting new patients in Pittsburgh, PA?
Yes, Dr. Matthew Guess is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Matthew Guess offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Guess's office at (310) 514-5350 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Matthew Guess?
Please contact Dr. Guess's office at (310) 514-5350 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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