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Dr. Crystal Rhea, DO

San Luis Obispo, CA

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Rhea, Family Medicine Specialist in San Luis Obispo, CA?

    Dr. Crystal Rhea, DO is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in San Luis Obispo, CA. Dr. Rhea is fluent in English and Korean, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rhea’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rhea’s office at (805) 988-2500.

    What languages does Dr. Rhea speak?

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

    • English
    • Korean

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Rhea typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Rhea 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. Rhea. 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:

    • Autonomic nervous system disorder
    • Autonomic Nervous System Disorder
    • ANS disorder
    • Dysautonomia
    • Autonomic neuropathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G909: Disorder of the autonomic nervous system, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Metabolic Brain Disorder
    • Brain Disease
    • Metabolic Encephalopathy
    • Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy

    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:

    • 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:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Rhea typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Crystal Rhea may include:

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

    Does Dr. Rhea accept my insurance?

    Dr. Rhea accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (805) 988-2500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Rhea accept in San Luis Obispo, CA?

    Dr. Rhea in San Luis Obispo, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other Provider Networks

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Rhea's office located?

    Dr. Crystal Rhea's Primary Practice

    1911 Johnson Ave

    San Luis Obispo, CA 93401

    (805) 988-2500

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    What hospitals are Dr. Rhea affiliated with?

    Dr. Rhea has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Dignity Health - French Hospital Medical Center,San Luis Obispo, CA
    Adventist Health Sierra Vista,San Luis Obispo, CA

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

    Dr. Rhea's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1760910020.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rhea?

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

    What is Dr. Crystal Rhea's specialty?

    Dr. Rhea is a Family Medicine Specialist near San Luis Obispo, CA.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

    Is Dr. Crystal Rhea affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Rhea is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Dignity Health - French Hospital Medical Center, Adventist Health Sierra Vista. 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 a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family 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. Crystal Rhea accepting new patients in San Luis Obispo, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Crystal Rhea is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Crystal Rhea offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Rhea's office at (805) 988-2500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Crystal Rhea?

    Please contact Dr. Rhea's office at (805) 988-2500 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Rhea's office located?

    Dr. Rhea's office is located in San Luis Obispo, CA.