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Dr. James Burden, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Long Beach, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Burden, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Long Beach, CA?

    Dr. James Burden, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Long Beach, CA. He is board certified. Dr. Burden graduated from University of California and completed his residency at Univ Of S Ca/Lac & Usc, Emergency Medicine; La Co Harbor Ucla Med Ctr, Transitional Year. Dr. Burden is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Burden’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Burden’s office at (562) 933-2000.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of S Ca/Lac & Usc, Emergency Medicine; La Co Harbor Ucla Med Ctr, Transitional Year | La Co Harbor UCLA Med Center | Harbor-UCLA Medical Center

    • Medical School: University of Ca, Los Angeles, Ucla Sch of Med, Los Angeles Ca | University of California | Wake Forest University School of Medicine

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

    Yes, Dr. James Burden, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Burden speak?

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

    • English

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

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

    • Abnormal EKG
    • Heart Health Tests
    • Irregular Electrocardiogram
    • Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
    • ECG Abnormalities

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]

    Also known as:

    • Fast Heartbeat
    • Arrhythmia
    • Tachycardia
    • Rapid heart rate
    • Racing heart

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R000: Tachycardia, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

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

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. James Burden may include:

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

    Does Dr. Burden accept my insurance?

    Dr. Burden accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (562) 933-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Burden accept in Long Beach, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • HealthSmart

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • OptumRx Administered Payer

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other Provider Networks

    • Preferred IPA

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Burden's office located?

    Dr. James Burden's Primary Practice

    2801 Atlantic Ave

    Long Beach, CA 90806

    (562) 933-2000

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

    Dr. Burden's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1851330047.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Burden?

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

    What is Dr. James Burden's specialty?

    Dr. Burden is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Long Beach, 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. James Burden affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Burden is affiliated with Dignity Health - St. Mary Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente South Bay Medical Center, Dignity Health - California Hospital Medical Center, Uci Medical Center, Memorial Hospital Of Gardena, Adventist Health Glendale 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

    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. James Burden accepting new patients in Long Beach, CA?

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

    Does Dr. James Burden offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Burden's office at (562) 933-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. James Burden?

    Please contact Dr. Burden's office at (562) 933-2000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Burden's office located?

    Dr. Burden's office is located in Long Beach, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. James Burden have?

    Dr. James Burden is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.