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Dr. James Makinen, MD

Aurora, CO

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Makinen, Critical Care Anesthesiologist in Aurora, CO?

    Dr. James Makinen, MD is a Critical Care Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Aurora, CO with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Makinen is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Makinen’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Makinen’s office at (303) 724-7494.

    What languages does Dr. Makinen speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Makinen treat?

    As a Critical Care Anesthesiologist, Dr. Makinen 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. Makinen. 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:

    • 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:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Right Lower Abdominal Pain
    • Pelvic Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain
    • Pain in lower right belly
    • RLQ pain
    • Right-sided lower abdominal discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
    • R1031: Right lower quadrant pain

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    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:

    • Other Tooth Problems
    • Tooth Disorder
    • Dental Issues
    • Tooth Ailments
    • Oral Health Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K0889: Other specified disorders of teeth and supporting structures

    Also known as:

    • Heart Palpitations
    • Arrhythmia
    • Skipped Heartbeat
    • Fluttering Heart
    • Pounding Heart

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R002: Palpitations

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Back Pain
    • Backache
    • Dorsalgia
    • Spinal Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M549: Dorsalgia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, 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:

    • Kidney Inflammation
    • Kidney Disease
    • Interstitial Nephritis
    • Tubulointerstitial Kidney Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N12: Tubulo-interstitial nephritis, not specified as acute or chronic

    Also known as:

    • Constipation
    • Difficulty Passing Stool
    • Infrequent Bowel Movements
    • Hard Stools

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5900: Constipation, unspecified

    Does Dr. Makinen accept my insurance?

    Dr. Makinen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (303) 724-7494 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Makinen accept in Aurora, CO?

    Dr. Makinen in Aurora, CO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Makinen's office located?

    Dr. James Makinen's Primary Practice

    12605 E 16th Ave

    Aurora, CO 80045

    (303) 724-7494

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    Dr. James Makinen's Practice 2

    12605 E 16th Ave # C

    Aurora, CO 80045

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    Dr. James Makinen's Practice 3

    1000 Dutch Ridge Rd Dept of

    Beaver, PA 15009

    (877) 771-4847

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

    Dr. Makinen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1982135745.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Makinen?

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

    What is Dr. James Makinen's specialty?

    Dr. Makinen is a Critical Care Anesthesiologist near Aurora, CO. A critical care anesthesiologist is dedicated to the examination, management, and support of patients having multiple organ dysfunction. In addition to their clinical responsibilities, this specialist may oversee administrative chores in intensive care units, allowing the primary care physician, critical care team, and other medical specialists to collaborate effectively on patient care. Contact Dr. Makinen to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. James Makinen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Makinen is affiliated with Uchealth University Of Colorado Hospital 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 Critical Care Anesthesiologist?

    Explore Critical Care Anesthesiologist with 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 James Makinen accepting new patients in Aurora, CO?

    Yes, Dr. James Makinen is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. James Makinen offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Makinen's office at (303) 724-7494 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with James Makinen?

    Please contact Dr. Makinen's office at (303) 724-7494 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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