Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Clark, Emergency Medicine Specialist in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Richard Clark, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in La Jolla, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Clark graduated from Medical College of Virginia, Richmond and completed his residency at Allegheny Gen Hosp, Emergency Medicine; Good Samaritan Reg Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Clark is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Clark’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Clark’s office at (858) 657-7000.
Where did Dr. Clark go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Allegheny Gen Hosp, Emergency Medicine; Good Samaritan Reg Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine
Medical School: Medical College of Virginia, Richmond | Medical College of Pennsylvania, Allegheny General Hospital, Pittsburgh | Good Samaritan Medical Center, Phoenix, AZ | Medical Toxicologist | Director, Division of Toxicology | Professor of Emergency Medicine
Is Dr. Clark board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Richard Clark, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine , American Board of Preventative Medicine
What languages does Dr. Clark speak?
Dr. Clark and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Clark typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Clark 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. Clark. 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:
- Acute Cough
- Cough
- Sudden cough
- Short-term cough
- New cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R051: Acute cough
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
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:
- 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. Clark typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Richard Clark 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. Clark's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Clark accept my insurance?
Dr. Clark accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 657-7000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Clark accept in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Clark in La Jolla, 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
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
HealthRight Group
Humana
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Clark's office located?
Dr. Richard Clark's Primary Practice
9300 Campus Point Dr
La Jolla, CA 92037
(858) 657-7000
What is Dr. Clark's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Clark's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1477596773.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Clark?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Clark
What is Dr. Richard Clark's specialty?
Dr. Clark is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near La Jolla, 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. Richard Clark affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Clark is affiliated with Jacobs Medical Center At Uc San Diego Health, Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego, Palomar Medical Center Escondido, Sharp Memorial Hospital, Sharp Grossmont Hospital, Palomar Medical Center Poway 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
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Is Richard Clark accepting new patients in La Jolla, CA?
Yes, Dr. Richard Clark is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Clark offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Clark's office at (858) 657-7000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Clark?
Please contact Dr. Clark's office at (858) 657-7000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Clark have?
Dr. Richard Clark is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine and American Board of Preventative Medicine.
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