Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Russell, Hospitalist in Sacramento, CA?
Dr. Alberto Russell is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Sacramento, CA. Dr. Russell is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Russell’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Russell’s office.
What languages does Dr. Russell speak?
Dr. Russell and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Russell typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Russell 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. Russell. 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:
- 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
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
Also known as:
- Worsening Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Acute Decompensated HFrEF
- Sudden Worsening Heart Failure
- Acute on Chronic Pumping Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5023: Acute on chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Bowel Obstruction
- Blocked Intestines
- Gut Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Russell typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Alberto Russell may include:
Please contact Dr. Russell's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Russell accept my insurance?
Dr. Russell accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Russell accept in Sacramento, CA?
Dr. Russell in Sacramento, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Other Health Care Provider
Other TPA
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Russell's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Russell affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Russell has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Mercy General Hospital,Sacramento, CA
Ranked Heart & Vascular Surgery

Ranked in 2 Procedures

Ranked Heart & Vascular Surgery
Ranked in 2 Procedures
Mercy San Juan Medical Center,Carmichael, CA
Ranked Orthopaedic Surgery

Ranked in 2 Procedures

Ranked Orthopaedic Surgery
Ranked in 2 Procedures
Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento,Sacramento, CA
Ranked in 4 Procedures

Ranked in 4 Procedures
Woodland Memorial Hospital,Woodland, CA
Ranked General Surgery

Ranked in 2 Procedures

Ranked General Surgery
Ranked in 2 Procedures
Sutter Roseville Medical Center,Roseville, CA
Ranked ObGyn Surgery

Ranked in 3 Procedures

Ranked ObGyn Surgery
Ranked in 3 Procedures
Uc Davis Medical Center,Sacramento, CA
Ranked Uterine and Ovarian Cancer Surgery

Ranked Uterine and Ovarian Cancer Surgery
What is Dr. Russell's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Russell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1639699598.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Russell?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Russell
What is Dr. Alberto Russell's specialty?
Dr. Russell is a Hospitalist near Sacramento, CA.
What does a Hospitalist do?
Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.
Is Dr. Alberto Russell affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Russell is affiliated with Mercy General Hospital, Mercy San Juan Medical Center, Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento, Woodland Memorial Hospital, Sutter Roseville Medical Center, Uc Davis 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
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Is Dr. Alberto Russell accepting new patients in Sacramento, CA?
Yes, Dr. Alberto Russell is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alberto Russell offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Russell's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Alberto Russell?
Please contact Dr. Russell's office to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Russell's office located?
Dr. Russell's office is located in Sacramento, CA.
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3000 Q St Fl 3
Sacramento, CA 95816