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Dr. Gisela Lopez Payares, MD

Walnut Creek, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Lopez Payares, Anesthesiologist in Walnut Creek, CA?

    Dr. Gisela Lopez Payares, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Walnut Creek, CA. Dr. Lopez Payares is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lopez Payares’s office at (925) 543-0145.

    What languages does Dr. Lopez Payares speak?

    Dr. Lopez Payares and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Lopez Payares typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Lopez Payares 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. Lopez Payares. 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:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Does Dr. Lopez Payares accept my insurance?

    Dr. Lopez Payares accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (925) 543-0145 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Lopez Payares accept in Walnut Creek, CA?

    Dr. Lopez Payares in Walnut Creek, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

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    Where is Dr. Lopez Payares' office located?

    Dr. Gisela Lopez Payares' Primary Practice

    2175 N California Blvd Ste 425

    Walnut Creek, CA 94596

    (925) 543-0145

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    What is Dr. Lopez Payares's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Lopez Payares's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1679832422.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lopez Payares?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lopez Payares

    What is Dr. Gisela Lopez Payares's specialty?

    Dr. Lopez Payares is a Anesthesiologist near Walnut Creek, CA.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

    Is this Dr. Gisela Lopez Payares affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Lopez Payares is affiliated with St. David's South Austin Medical Center 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

    When to see an Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Anesthesiologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Gisela Lopez Payares accepting new patients in Walnut Creek, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Gisela Lopez Payares is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Gisela Lopez Payares offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Lopez Payares's office at (925) 543-0145 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Gisela Lopez Payares?

    Please contact Dr. Lopez Payares's office at (925) 543-0145 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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