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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ence, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Brawley, CA?
Dr. Thomas Ence, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Brawley, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Ence is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ence’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ence’s office at (760) 351-3333.
What languages does Dr. Ence speak?
Dr. Ence and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ence typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Ence 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. Ence. 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:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ence typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Thomas Ence 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. Ence's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ence accept my insurance?
Dr. Ence accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (760) 351-3333 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ence accept in Brawley, CA?
Dr. Ence in Brawley, 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
Blue Shield of California
Community Health Group
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Other Health Care Provider
Sharp HealthCare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ence's office located?
What is Dr. Ence's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ence's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1821418559.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ence?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ence
What is Dr. Thomas Ence's specialty?
Dr. Ence is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Brawley, 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. Thomas Ence affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ence is affiliated with Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center, Sharp Grossmont Hospital, Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego, Kaiser Permanente San Diego Medical Center, Sharp Memorial Hospital, Sharp Coronado 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 Thomas Ence accepting new patients in Brawley, CA?
Yes, Dr. Thomas Ence is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Thomas Ence offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ence's office at (760) 351-3333 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Thomas Ence?
Please contact Dr. Ence's office at (760) 351-3333 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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