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Who is Dr. Saxton, Pediatrician in Sacramento, CA?
Dr. James Saxton, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Sacramento, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Saxton is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Saxton’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Saxton’s office at (916) 734-3665.
What languages does Dr. Saxton speak?
Dr. Saxton and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Saxton treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Saxton 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. Saxton. 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:
- RSV Bronchiolitis
- Acute Bronchiolitis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Respiratory Syncytial Virus Infection
- RSV lung infection
- Viral bronchiolitis
- Acute bronchiolitis
- Inflammation of small airways
- Bronchiole infection
- Acute lung inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J210: Acute bronchiolitis due to respiratory syncytial virus
- J219: Acute bronchiolitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Asthma Flare-Up
- Moderate Persistent Asthma with Flare-up
- Mild Intermittent Asthma Flare-Up
- Asthma
- Asthma Attack
- Acute Asthma Exacerbation
- Worsening Asthma
- Asthma Episode
- Moderate Asthma Exacerbation
- Worsening Moderate Asthma
- Acute Asthma Attack
- Mild Asthma Attack
- Acute Mild Intermittent Asthma
- Asthma Exacerbation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45901: Unspecified asthma with (acute) exacerbation
- J4541: Moderate persistent asthma with (acute) exacerbation
- J4521: Mild intermittent asthma with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, 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:
- Dehydration
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Lack of Fluids
- Fluid Loss
- Body Water Depletion
ICD-10 Codes:
- E860: Dehydration
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Vomiting
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Throwing up
- Emesis
- Puking
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1110: Vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sudden Severe Breathing Difficulty
- Acute respiratory failure
- ARDS
- Severe breathing distress
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0603: Acute respiratory distress
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Failure to Thrive in Children
- Growth Disorder
- Poor growth in children
- Childhood growth problems
- Infant growth failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6251: Failure to thrive (child)
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
Also known as:
- Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
- Flu
- Influenza with Breathing Problems
- Flu with Cough
- Severe Flu
ICD-10 Codes:
- J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Acute Bronchiolitis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Bronchiolitis
- Inflammation of small airways
- Acute inflammation of bronchioles
ICD-10 Codes:
- J218: Acute bronchiolitis due to other specified organisms
Also known as:
- Acute Bronchiolitis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Bronchial Inflammation
- Small Airway Infection
- Human Metapneumovirus Bronchiolitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J211: Acute bronchiolitis due to human metapneumovirus
Which procedures does Dr. Saxton perform as a Pediatrician?
As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by a Dr. James Saxton may include:
- 12 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 15 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 18 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 1 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 24 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Week Well Baby Checkup
- 30 Month Well-Baby Checkup
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Saxton's office.
Does Dr. Saxton accept my insurance?
Dr. Saxton accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (916) 734-3665 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Saxton accept in Sacramento, CA?
Dr. Saxton in Sacramento, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Territories
All Other Third Party
Centene
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Health Plan of San Joaquin
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Other TPA
State of California
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Where is Dr. Saxton's office located?
Dr. James Saxton's Primary Practice
2315 Stockton Blvd
Sacramento, CA 95817
(916) 734-3665
What is Dr. Saxton's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Saxton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1972899136.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Saxton?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Saxton
What is Dr. James Saxton's specialty?
Dr. Saxton is a Pediatrician near Sacramento, CA. A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development. Contact Dr. Saxton to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. James Saxton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Saxton is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Uc Davis Medical Center. 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
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Is James Saxton accepting new patients in Sacramento, CA?
Yes, Dr. James Saxton is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Saxton offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Saxton's office at (916) 734-3665 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Saxton?
Please contact Dr. Saxton's office at (916) 734-3665 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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