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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Davis, Critical Care Surgeon in San Marcos, CA?
Dr. John Davis, MD is a Critical Care Surgeon, who primarily practices in San Marcos, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Davis is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Davis’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Davis’s office at (434) 924-5485.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Davis?
Dr. John Davis, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Critical Care Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Davis empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Surgical Critical Care, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the San Marcos, CA community, Dr. Davis is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Davis speak?
Dr. Davis and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Critical Care Surgeon like Dr. Davis typically treat?
As a Critical Care Surgeon, Dr. Davis 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. Davis. 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:
- Acute Respiratory Failure
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure
- Acute breathing failure
- Rapid onset respiratory failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Multiple Broken Ribs
- Chest Injuries and Disorder
- Fractures
- Multiple Rib Fractures
- Rib Cage Fracture
- Broken Ribs
ICD-10 Codes:
- S2242XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, left side, initial encounter for closed fracture
- S2241XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, right side, initial encounter for closed fracture
- S2243XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, bilateral, initial encounter for closed fracture
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:
- Traumatic Collapsed Lung
- Pleural Disorder
- Traumatic Air in Chest
- Traumatic Pneumothorax
- Injured Collapsed Lung
ICD-10 Codes:
- S270XXA: Traumatic pneumothorax, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Oropharyngeal Dysphagia
- Swallowing Disorder
- Difficulty Swallowing in Throat
- Trouble Starting to Swallow
- Throat Swallowing Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1312: Dysphagia, oropharyngeal phase
What procedures does a Critical Care Surgeon like Dr. Davis typically perform?
As a Critical Care Surgeon, Dr. Davis performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Davis. 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:
- Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
- Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
- Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
- Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy
Does Dr. Davis accept my insurance?
Dr. Davis accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (434) 924-5485 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Davis accept in San Marcos, CA?
Dr. Davis in San Marcos, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Conifer Health Solutions
Heritage Health
Humana
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Davis' office located?
Dr. John Davis' Primary Practice
838 Nordahl Rd Ste 270
San Marcos, CA 92069
(434) 924-5485
What is Dr. Davis's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Davis's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1104116235.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Davis?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Davis
What is Dr. John Davis's specialty?
Dr. Davis is a Critical Care Surgeon near San Marcos, CA.
What does a Critical Care Surgeon do?
A surgeon specializing in critical care medicine is an expert in managing critically ill and postoperative patients, particularly trauma victims. They are responsible to diagnose, treat, and support patients with multiple organ dysfunction. In addition to clinical care, these specialists may oversee the administration of intensive care units and coordinate patient care between the primary physician, critical care staff, and other specialists.
Is this Dr. John Davis affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Davis is affiliated with Uva University Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 a Critical Care Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is John Davis accepting new patients in San Marcos, CA?
Yes, Dr. John Davis is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. John Davis offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Davis's office at (434) 924-5485 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with John Davis?
Please contact Dr. Davis's office at (434) 924-5485 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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