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Dr. Eugenie Como

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Walnut Creek, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Como, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Walnut Creek, CA?

    Dr. Eugenie Como is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Walnut Creek, CA. Dr. Como is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Como’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Como’s office at (925) 295-4000.

    What languages does Dr. Como speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Como typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Como 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. Como. 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:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Back Pain
    • Backache
    • Dorsalgia
    • Spinal Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M549: Dorsalgia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Como typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Eugenie Como may include:

    Please contact Dr. Como's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Como accept my insurance?

    Dr. Como accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (925) 295-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Como accept in Walnut Creek, CA?

    Dr. Como in Walnut Creek, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Apex Healthcare

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • HealthSmart

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other Provider Networks

    • Preferred IPA

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Como's office located?

    Dr. Eugenie Como's Primary Practice

    1425 S Main St

    Walnut Creek, CA 94596

    (925) 295-4000

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

    Dr. Como's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1679078786.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Como?

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

    What is Dr. Eugenie Como's specialty?

    Dr. Como is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Walnut Creek, 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 Dr. Eugenie Como affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Como is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Panorama City Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Fontana Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Orange County - Anaheim Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles Medical Center, Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital, Kaiser Permanente West Los Angeles 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

    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 Dr. Eugenie Como accepting new patients in Walnut Creek, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Eugenie Como is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Eugenie Como offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Como's office at (925) 295-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Eugenie Como?

    Please contact Dr. Como's office at (925) 295-4000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Como's office located?

    Dr. Como's office is located in Walnut Creek, CA.