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23 Years of Experience
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Who is Dr. Butcher, Emergency Medicine Specialist in La Mesa, CA?
Dr. Brent Butcher, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in La Mesa, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine. Dr. Butcher completed his residency at Univ Of Nm Sch Of Med, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Butcher is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Butcher’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Butcher’s office at (619) 644-4401.
Where did Dr. Butcher go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Nm Sch Of Med, Emergency Medicine | University Of Nm School Of Med
Medical School: University of Mo, Columbia Sch of Med, Columbia Mo | University of Missouri / Columbia Campus
Is Dr. Butcher board certified in Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Brent Butcher, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Butcher speak?
Dr. Butcher and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Butcher treat?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Butcher 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. Butcher. 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
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
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:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Brain disease (encephalopathy)
- Brain Disease
- Brain disorder
- Brain dysfunction
- Encephalopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Which procedures does Dr. Butcher perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Brent Butcher 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. Butcher's office.
Does Dr. Butcher accept my insurance?
Dr. Butcher accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 644-4401 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Butcher accept in La Mesa, CA?
Dr. Butcher in La Mesa, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
All Other Third Party
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Imperial Health Plan (CA)
Kern Health Systems
Medicare
Other TPA
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Where is Dr. Butcher's office located?
Dr. Brent Butcher's Primary Practice
5555 Grossmont Center Dr
La Mesa, CA 91942
(619) 644-4401
What is Dr. Butcher's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Butcher's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1861413700.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Butcher?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Butcher
What is Dr. Brent Butcher's specialty?
Dr. Butcher is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near La Mesa, 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. Butcher to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Brent Butcher affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Butcher is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Enloe Community Health. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Brent Butcher accepting new patients in La Mesa, CA?
Yes, Dr. Brent Butcher is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Brent Butcher offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Butcher's office at (619) 644-4401 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Brent Butcher?
Please contact Dr. Butcher's office at (619) 644-4401 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Brent Butcher have?
Dr. Brent Butcher is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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