Dr. Jeffrey Houghton, DO

Rancho Mirage, CA

Accepting patients

Who is Dr. Houghton, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Rancho Mirage, CA?

Dr. Jeffrey Houghton, DO is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Rancho Mirage, CA. Dr. Houghton is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Houghton’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Houghton’s office at (760) 340-3911.

What languages does Dr. Houghton speak?

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

English

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

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

Common Cold
Upper Respiratory Infection
Head Cold
Cold Symptoms

ICD-10 Codes:

J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

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

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

As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Jeffrey Houghton may include:

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

Does Dr. Houghton accept my insurance?

Dr. Houghton accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (760) 340-3911 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

What insurance plans does Dr. Houghton accept in Rancho Mirage, CA?

Dr. Houghton in Rancho Mirage, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

Top Insurances

Cigna Group
Gilsbar
Medicare
Other TPA
State of Arizona
UnitedHealth Group

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Where is Dr. Houghton's office located?

Dr. Jeffrey Houghton's Primary Practice

39000 Bob Hope Dr

Rancho Mirage, CA 92270

(760) 340-3911

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What hospitals are Dr. Houghton affiliated with?

Dr. Houghton has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

Chinle Comprehensive Health Care Facility,Chinle, AZ

Family Health West,Fruita, CO

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

Dr. Houghton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1376998526.

What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Houghton?

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

What is Dr. Jeffrey Houghton's specialty?

Dr. Houghton is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Rancho Mirage, 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. Jeffrey Houghton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

No, Dr. Houghton is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Chinle Comprehensive Health Care Facility, Family Health West. 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

When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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