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Dr. David Rutherford, DO

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Lafayette, CO

16 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Rutherford, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Lafayette, CO?

    Dr. David Rutherford, DO is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Lafayette, CO with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 16 years. Dr. Rutherford is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rutherford’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rutherford’s office at (303) 689-4000.

    What languages does Dr. Rutherford speak?

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

    • English

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

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

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Dehydration
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Lack of Fluids
    • Fluid Loss
    • Body Water Depletion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E860: Dehydration

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

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

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. David Rutherford may include:

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

    Does Dr. Rutherford accept my insurance?

    Dr. Rutherford accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (303) 689-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Rutherford accept in Lafayette, CO?

    Dr. Rutherford in Lafayette, CO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • Humana

    • Intermountain Health

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • State of New Mexico

    • State of Texas

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Rutherford's office located?

    Dr. David Rutherford's Primary Practice

    200 Exempla Cir

    Lafayette, CO 80026

    (303) 689-4000

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    Dr. David Rutherford's Practice 2

    7700 S Broadway

    Littleton, CO 80122

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    Dr. David Rutherford's Practice 3

    16320 W 64th Ave

    Arvada, CO 80007

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

    Dr. Rutherford's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1750318622.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rutherford?

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

    What is Dr. David Rutherford's specialty?

    Dr. Rutherford is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Lafayette, CO.

    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. David Rutherford affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Rutherford is affiliated with Intermountain Health - Lutheran Hospital, Intermountain Health - Good Samaritan Hospital, Intermountain Health - Saint Joseph Hospital, Hca Healthone Mountain Ridge 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. David Rutherford accepting new patients in Lafayette, CO?

    Yes, Dr. David Rutherford is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. David Rutherford offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Rutherford's office at (303) 689-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. David Rutherford?

    Please contact Dr. Rutherford's office at (303) 689-4000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Rutherford's office located?

    Dr. Rutherford's offices are located in Lafayette, CO, Littleton, CO, and Arvada, CO.