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Dr. Ralph Baca, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Tarzana, CA

31 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Baca, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Tarzana, CA?

    Dr. Ralph Baca, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Tarzana, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 31 years. Dr. Baca graduated from University of California and completed his residency at Lac-King/Drew Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Baca is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Baca’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Baca’s office at (818) 708-5170.

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

    • Residency: Lac-King/Drew Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine | KING DREW MEDICAL CENTER

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

    What languages does Dr. Baca speak?

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

    • English

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

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Baca 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. Baca. 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
    • 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    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:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    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

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

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Ralph Baca may include:

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

    Does Dr. Baca accept my insurance?

    Dr. Baca accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (818) 708-5170 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Baca accept in Tarzana, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Heritage Health

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx Administered Payer

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Preferred IPA

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Baca's office located?

    Dr. Ralph Baca's Primary Practice

    18321 Clark St

    Tarzana, CA 91356

    (818) 708-5170

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    Dr. Ralph Baca's Practice 2

    9018 Balboa Blvd PMB 316

    Northridge, CA 91325

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

    Dr. Baca's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1538102082.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Baca?

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

    What is Dr. Ralph Baca's specialty?

    Dr. Baca is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Tarzana, 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. Ralph Baca affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Baca is affiliated with Providence Cedars-Sinai Tarzana Medical Center, Valley Presbyterian Hospital, Uci Medical Center, Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital, Ronald Reagan Ucla Medical Center, Providence Holy Cross Medical Center 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. Ralph Baca accepting new patients in Tarzana, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Ralph Baca is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ralph Baca offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Baca's office at (818) 708-5170 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Ralph Baca?

    Please contact Dr. Baca's office at (818) 708-5170 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Baca's office located?

    Dr. Baca's offices are located in Tarzana, CA and Northridge, CA.