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23 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hom, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Placentia, CA?
Dr. Darren Hom, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Placentia, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified. Dr. Hom graduated from Mechanical Engineering and completed his residency at Univ Of Mi Hosps, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Hom is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hom’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hom’s office at (714) 993-2000.
Where did Dr. Hom go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Mi Hosps, Emergency Medicine
Medical School: Mechanical Engineering
Is Dr. Hom board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Darren Hom, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Hom speak?
Dr. Hom and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Hom typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Hom 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. Hom. 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:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Hom typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Hom performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Hom. 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:
- Skin Substitute Graft (Small Area)
- Artificial Skin Graft
- Wound Covering Application
- Skin Replacement Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 15275: Application of skin substitute graft to face, scalp, eyelids, mouth, neck, ears, orbits, genitalia, hands, feet, and/or multiple digits, total wound surface area up to 100 sq cm; first 25 sq cm or less wound surface area
Does Dr. Hom accept my insurance?
Dr. Hom accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (714) 993-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hom accept in Placentia, CA?
Dr. Hom in Placentia, 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)
Medicare
Monarch HealthCare
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Hom's office located?
What is Dr. Hom's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hom's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1861438947.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hom?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hom
What is Dr. Darren Hom's specialty?
Dr. Hom is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Placentia, 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. Darren Hom affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hom is affiliated with Uci Medical Center, Uci Health - Placentia Linda, Providence St. Jude Medical Center, Ahmc Anaheim Regional Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Orange County - Anaheim Medical Center, Providence St. Jude 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
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Is Darren Hom accepting new patients in Placentia, CA?
Yes, Dr. Darren Hom is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Darren Hom offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hom's office at (714) 993-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Darren Hom?
Please contact Dr. Hom's office at (714) 993-2000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Darren Hom have?
Dr. Darren Hom is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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