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37 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kontaxis, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Rancho Mirage, CA?
Dr. Euthym Kontaxis, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Rancho Mirage, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 37 years and is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Kontaxis graduated from Oregon Health & Science University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Ucla Med Ctr, Pediatric Endocrinology; Ucla Med Ctr, Pediatrics. Dr. Kontaxis is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kontaxis’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kontaxis’s office at (760) 773-1221.
Where did Dr. Kontaxis go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Ucla Med Ctr, Pediatric Endocrinology; Ucla Med Ctr, Pediatrics | University Of California Los Angeles
Medical School: Or Hlth Sci Univ Sch of Med, Portland Or | Oregon Health And Science University School of Medicine,Portland, Or, United States | Oregon Health & Science University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Kontaxis board certified in Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Euthym Kontaxis, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Kontaxis speak?
Dr. Kontaxis and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Kontaxis treat?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Kontaxis 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. Kontaxis. 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.
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Vomiting
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Throwing up
- Emesis
- Puking
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1110: Vomiting, unspecified
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Procedure Not Performed Due to Patient Leaving
- Patient left before treatment
- Did not wait to be seen
- Treatment abandoned by patient
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5321: Procedure and treatment not carried out due to patient leaving prior to being seen by health care provider
Also known as:
- Other Soft Tissue Disorder
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Muscle Disorder
- Muscle and connective tissue problems
- Uncommon soft tissue conditions
- Various soft tissue ailments
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7989: Other specified soft tissue disorders
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Heart Palpitations
- Arrhythmia
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R002: Palpitations
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Diarrhea
- Loose stools
- Runny poop
- Frequent bowel movements
ICD-10 Codes:
- R197: Diarrhea, 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
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
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
Which procedures does Dr. Kontaxis perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Euthym Kontaxis may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Kontaxis' office.
Does Dr. Kontaxis accept my insurance?
Dr. Kontaxis accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (760) 773-1221 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kontaxis accept in Rancho Mirage, CA?
Dr. Kontaxis in Rancho Mirage, 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
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Express Scripts
Humana
Inland Empire
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Kontaxis' office located?
Dr. Euthym Kontaxis' Primary Practice
39000 Bob Hope Dr
Rancho Mirage, CA 92270
(760) 773-1221
What is Dr. Kontaxis's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kontaxis's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063433068.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kontaxis?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kontaxis
What is Dr. Euthym Kontaxis's specialty?
Dr. Kontaxis is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Rancho Mirage, CA. 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. Contact Dr. Kontaxis to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Euthym Kontaxis affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kontaxis is affiliated with Eisenhower Health Main Campus 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
Where can I learn more about Emergency Medicine Specialist?
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Is Euthym Kontaxis accepting new patients in Rancho Mirage, CA?
Yes, Dr. Euthym Kontaxis is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Euthym Kontaxis offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kontaxis's office at (760) 773-1221 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Euthym Kontaxis?
Please contact Dr. Kontaxis's office at (760) 773-1221 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Euthym Kontaxis have?
Dr. Euthym Kontaxis is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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