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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hirshberg, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Oakland, CA?
Dr. James Hirshberg, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Oakland, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Hirshberg graduated from University of Michigan Medical School and completed his residency at Ohio State University Hospital Program. Dr. Hirshberg is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hirshberg’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hirshberg’s office at (510) 204-2500.
Where did Dr. Hirshberg go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Ohio State University Hospital Program
Medical School: University of Mi Med Sch | University of Michigan Medical School
What languages does Dr. Hirshberg speak?
Dr. Hirshberg and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Hirshberg typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Hirshberg 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. Hirshberg. 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:
- Cigarette Addiction
- Smoking
- Smoking Addiction
- Nicotine Dependence from Cigarettes
- Tobacco Addiction
ICD-10 Codes:
- F17210: Nicotine dependence, cigarettes, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Fast Heartbeat
- Arrhythmia
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Neck Muscle Strain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Sprains and Strains
- Pulled neck muscle
- Cervical strain
- Neck soft tissue strain
ICD-10 Codes:
- S161XXA: Strain of muscle, fascia and tendon at neck level, initial encounter
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Hirshberg typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. James Hirshberg 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. Hirshberg's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Hirshberg accept my insurance?
Dr. Hirshberg accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (510) 204-2500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hirshberg accept in Oakland, CA?
Dr. Hirshberg in Oakland, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Shield of California
Contra Costa
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
State of California
Sutter Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Hirshberg's office located?
Dr. James Hirshberg's Primary Practice
350 Hawthorne Ave
Oakland, CA 94609
(510) 204-2500
What is Dr. Hirshberg's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hirshberg's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1518183664.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hirshberg?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hirshberg
What is Dr. James Hirshberg's specialty?
Dr. Hirshberg is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Oakland, 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. James Hirshberg affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hirshberg is affiliated with Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Summit Campus, Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center, California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus, Eden Medical Center, Ucsf Medical Center At Parnassus 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
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Is James Hirshberg accepting new patients in Oakland, CA?
Yes, Dr. James Hirshberg is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Hirshberg offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hirshberg's office at (510) 204-2500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Hirshberg?
Please contact Dr. Hirshberg's office at (510) 204-2500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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