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Dr. John Zecherle, MD

Novato, CA

38 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Zecherle, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Novato, CA?

    Dr. John Zecherle, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Novato, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 38 years and is board certified. Dr. Zecherle graduated from University of California and completed his residency at Kaiser Permanente Med Ctr-Sf, General Surgery. Dr. Zecherle is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Zecherle’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Zecherle’s office at (415) 209-1300.

    Where did Dr. Zecherle go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Kaiser Permanente Med Ctr-Sf, General Surgery | Kaiser Permanente Med Center Sf | Stanford University Hospital/Kaiser Permanente Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: University Of Ca- Irvine- Ca Coll Of Med- Irvine Ca | University of California

    Is Dr. Zecherle board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. John Zecherle, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Zecherle speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Zecherle typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Zecherle 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. Zecherle. 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:

    • Dehydration
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Lack of Fluids
    • Fluid Loss
    • Body Water Depletion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E860: Dehydration

    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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    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

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Zecherle typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. John Zecherle may include:

    Please contact Dr. Zecherle's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Zecherle accept my insurance?

    Dr. Zecherle accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 209-1300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Zecherle accept in Novato, CA?

    Dr. Zecherle in Novato, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Shield of California

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Other Provider Networks

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Zecherle's office located?

    Dr. John Zecherle's Primary Practice

    180 Rowland Way

    Novato, CA 94945

    (415) 209-1300

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    Dr. John Zecherle's Practice 2

    400 N McDowell Blvd

    Petaluma, CA 94954

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    Dr. John Zecherle's Practice 3

    250 Bon Air Rd

    Greenbrae, CA 94904

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

    Dr. Zecherle's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1598787871.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Zecherle?

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

    What is Dr. John Zecherle's specialty?

    Dr. Zecherle is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Novato, 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 Dr. John Zecherle affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Zecherle is affiliated with Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Summit 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

    When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. 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 Dr. John Zecherle accepting new patients in Novato, CA?

    Yes, Dr. John Zecherle is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. John Zecherle offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Zecherle's office at (415) 209-1300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. John Zecherle?

    Please contact Dr. Zecherle's office at (415) 209-1300 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Zecherle's office located?

    Dr. Zecherle's offices are located in Novato, CA, Petaluma, CA, and Greenbrae, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. John Zecherle have?

    Dr. John Zecherle is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.

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