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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hamera, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Fresno, CA?
Dr. Joseph Hamera, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Fresno, CA. Dr. Hamera is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hamera’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hamera’s office at (559) 459-6000.
What languages does Dr. Hamera speak?
Dr. Hamera and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Hamera typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Hamera 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. Hamera. 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:
- 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sudden Cardiac Arrest
- Heart stops beating
- Cardiopulmonary arrest
ICD-10 Codes:
- I469: Cardiac arrest, cause unspecified
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Hamera typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Hamera performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Hamera. 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:
- Central Venous Catheter Insertion (Non-Tunneled)
- Central Line Placement
- CVC Insertion
- Temporary Central Line
- IV Access Catheter
CPT Codes:
- 36556: Insertion of non-tunneled centrally inserted central venous catheter; age 5 years or older
Also known as:
- Emergency Breathing Tube Insertion
- Emergency intubation
- Endotracheal tube placement
- Airway management (emergency)
CPT Codes:
- 31500: Intubation, endotracheal, emergency procedure
Does Dr. Hamera accept my insurance?
Dr. Hamera accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (559) 459-6000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hamera accept in Fresno, CA?
Dr. Hamera in Fresno, 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
Bright Health
Centene Corporation
Central Health
County of Fresno
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Hamera's office located?
What is Dr. Hamera's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hamera's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1861841926.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hamera?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hamera
What is Dr. Joseph Hamera's specialty?
Dr. Hamera is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Fresno, 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 this Dr. Joseph Hamera affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hamera is affiliated with Community Regional Medical Center - Fresno, Saint Agnes Medical Center, Clovis Community Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Fresno Medical Center, Kaweah Health Medical Center 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
When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Joseph Hamera accepting new patients in Fresno, CA?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Hamera is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joseph Hamera offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hamera's office at (559) 459-6000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joseph Hamera?
Please contact Dr. Hamera's office at (559) 459-6000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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