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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ludwig, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Berkeley, CA?
Dr. John Ludwig, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Berkeley, CA. Dr. Ludwig is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ludwig’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ludwig’s office at (503) 494-7551.
What languages does Dr. Ludwig speak?
Dr. Ludwig and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ludwig typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Ludwig 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. Ludwig. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Fast Heartbeat
- Arrhythmia
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
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:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ludwig typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. John Ludwig 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. Ludwig's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ludwig accept my insurance?
Dr. Ludwig accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (503) 494-7551 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ludwig accept in Berkeley, CA?
Dr. Ludwig in Berkeley, 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
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Shield of California
Contra Costa
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
State of California
Sutter Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ludwig's office located?
What is Dr. Ludwig's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ludwig's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1619322658.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ludwig?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ludwig
What is Dr. John Ludwig's specialty?
Dr. Ludwig is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Berkeley, 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. John Ludwig affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ludwig is affiliated with Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Summit Campus, Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center, Eden Medical Center, California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus, Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital, Hillsboro 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 John Ludwig accepting new patients in Berkeley, CA?
Yes, Dr. John Ludwig is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. John Ludwig offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ludwig's office at (503) 494-7551 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with John Ludwig?
Please contact Dr. Ludwig's office at (503) 494-7551 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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