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25 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Saavedra, Emergency Medicine Specialist in San Jose, CA?
Dr. Brian Saavedra, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in San Jose, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 25 years and is board certified. Dr. Saavedra graduated from University of California and completed his residency at Univ Ca Davis Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Saavedra is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Saavedra’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Saavedra’s office at (408) 947-2500.
Where did Dr. Saavedra go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Ca Davis Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine
Medical School: University of Ca, Los Angeles, Ucla Sch of Med, Los Angeles Ca | University of California | University of Illinois College of Medicine
Is Dr. Saavedra board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Brian Saavedra, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Saavedra speak?
Dr. Saavedra and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Saavedra typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Saavedra 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. Saavedra. 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:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
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:
- Fast Heartbeat
- Arrhythmia
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Saavedra typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Brian Saavedra may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Saavedra's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Saavedra accept my insurance?
Dr. Saavedra accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (408) 947-2500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Saavedra accept in San Jose, CA?
Dr. Saavedra in San Jose, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Conifer Health Solutions
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
OptumRx Administered Payer
Santa Cruz County
State of California
Valley Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Saavedra's office located?
What is Dr. Saavedra's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Saavedra's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1093757056.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Saavedra?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Saavedra
What is Dr. Brian Saavedra's specialty?
Dr. Saavedra is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near San Jose, 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 this Dr. Brian Saavedra affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Saavedra is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Santa Clara 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Brian Saavedra accepting new patients in San Jose, CA?
Yes, Dr. Brian Saavedra is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Brian Saavedra offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Saavedra's office at (408) 947-2500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Brian Saavedra?
Please contact Dr. Saavedra's office at (408) 947-2500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Brian Saavedra have?
Dr. Brian Saavedra is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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