Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gesch, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Oakland, CA?
Dr. Julie Gesch, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Oakland, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Gesch is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gesch’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gesch’s office at (510) 437-4800.
What languages does Dr. Gesch speak?
Dr. Gesch and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Gesch typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Gesch 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. Gesch. 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:
- Abdominal Pain
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
- R1013: Epigastric pain
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
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:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Tooth Problems
- Tooth Disorder
- Dental Issues
- Tooth Ailments
- Oral Health Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- K0889: Other specified disorders of teeth and supporting structures
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Gesch typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Julie Gesch 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. Gesch's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Gesch accept my insurance?
Dr. Gesch accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (510) 437-4800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gesch accept in Oakland, CA?
Dr. Gesch in Oakland, 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
Sutter Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Gesch's office located?
What is Dr. Gesch's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gesch's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1467899187.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gesch?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gesch
What is Dr. Julie Gesch's specialty?
Dr. Gesch is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Oakland, 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. Julie Gesch affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gesch is affiliated with Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Summit Campus, Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center, Eden Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente San Leandro Medical Center, John Muir Health Concord Medical Center, Ucsf Health Saint Francis Hospital 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
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Is Julie Gesch accepting new patients in Oakland, CA?
Yes, Dr. Julie Gesch is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Julie Gesch offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gesch's office at (510) 437-4800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Julie Gesch?
Please contact Dr. Gesch's office at (510) 437-4800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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