16 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. De La Fuente, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Everett, WA?
Dr. Francisco De La Fuente, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Everett, WA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 16 years and is board certified. Dr. De La Fuente is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. De La Fuente’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. De La Fuente’s office at (425) 261-2000.
Is Dr. De La Fuente board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Francisco De La Fuente, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. De La Fuente speak?
Dr. De La Fuente and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. De La Fuente typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. De La Fuente 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. De La Fuente. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
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:
- 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:
- 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. De La Fuente typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Francisco De La Fuente 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. De La Fuente's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. De La Fuente accept my insurance?
Dr. De La Fuente accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (425) 261-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. De La Fuente accept in Everett, WA?
Dr. De La Fuente in Everett, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cambia Health Solutions
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Premera Blue Cross
State of Washington
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. De La Fuente's office located?
Dr. Francisco De La Fuente's Primary Practice
1321 Colby Ave
Everett, WA 98201
(425) 261-2000
What is Dr. De La Fuente's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. De La Fuente's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1972710457.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. De La Fuente?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. De La Fuente
What is Dr. Francisco De La Fuente's specialty?
Dr. De La Fuente is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Everett, WA.
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. Francisco De La Fuente affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. De La Fuente is affiliated with Uw Medical Center - Montlake, Swedish First Hill Campus, Overlake Hospital Medical Center, St. Francis Hospital - Federal Way, Wa, Valley Medical Center, Providence Regional Medical Center Everett 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
When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency 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 Francisco De La Fuente accepting new patients in Everett, WA?
Yes, Dr. Francisco De La Fuente is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Francisco De La Fuente offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. De La Fuente's office at (425) 261-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Francisco De La Fuente?
Please contact Dr. De La Fuente's office at (425) 261-2000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Francisco De La Fuente have?
Dr. Francisco De La Fuente is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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