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Dr. Bruce Friedberg, MD

Escondido, CA

21 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Friedberg, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Escondido, CA?

    Dr. Bruce Friedberg, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Escondido, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine. Dr. Friedberg graduated from State University of New York Upstate Medical University and completed his residency at Chas R Drew Univ Med & Sci, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Friedberg is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Friedberg’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Friedberg’s office at (310) 379-2134.

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

    • Residency: Chas R Drew Univ Med & Sci, Emergency Medicine | Chas R Drew University Med and Science | Louisiana State University (Lake Charles) Program

    • Medical School: Suny-Hlth Sci Ctr At Syracuse, Coll of Med, Syracuse Ny | State University of New York Upstate Medical University

    Is Dr. Friedberg board certified in Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Bruce Friedberg, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Friedberg speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Friedberg treat?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Friedberg 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. Friedberg. 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:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Widespread Abdominal Pain
    • Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain
    • General stomach pain
    • Overall belly pain
    • Diffuse abdominal pain
    • Epigastric pain
    • Pain below breastbone
    • Upper stomach pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
    • R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
    • R1013: Epigastric pain

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    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:

    • Procedure Not Performed Due to Patient Leaving
    • Patient left before treatment
    • Did not wait to be seen
    • Treatment abandoned by patient

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5321: Procedure and treatment not carried out due to patient leaving prior to being seen by health care provider

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    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:

    • 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:

    • Alcohol Abuse with Intoxication
    • Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
    • Alcohol use disorder
    • Problem drinking with intoxication
    • Alcohol poisoning
    • Acute alcohol intoxication

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F10129: Alcohol abuse with intoxication, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Friedberg perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Bruce Friedberg may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Friedberg's office.

    Does Dr. Friedberg accept my insurance?

    Dr. Friedberg accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 379-2134 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Friedberg accept in Escondido, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Conifer Health Solutions

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • Medicare

    • Mohawk Industries

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Rady Childrens Hospital-San Diego

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Friedberg's office located?

    Dr. Bruce Friedberg's Primary Practice

    2185 Citracado Pkwy

    Escondido, CA 92029

    (310) 379-2134

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    Dr. Bruce Friedberg's Practice 2

    15615 Pomerado Rd

    Poway, CA 92064

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

    Dr. Friedberg's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1295758431.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Friedberg?

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

    What is Dr. Bruce Friedberg's specialty?

    Dr. Friedberg is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Escondido, 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. Friedberg to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Bruce Friedberg affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Friedberg is affiliated with Palomar Medical Center Escondido, Palomar Medical Center Poway, Jacobs Medical Center at UC San Diego Health, Tri-City Medical Center, Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas, Sharp Memorial Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?

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    Is Bruce Friedberg accepting new patients in Escondido, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Bruce Friedberg is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Bruce Friedberg offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Friedberg's office at (310) 379-2134 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Bruce Friedberg?

    Please contact Dr. Friedberg's office at (310) 379-2134 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Bruce Friedberg have?

    Dr. Bruce Friedberg is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.

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