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Dr. James Stubblefield, MD

Salinas, CA

37 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Stubblefield, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Salinas, CA?

    Dr. James Stubblefield, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Salinas, CA. He has been practicing for over 37 years and is board certified. Dr. Stubblefield graduated from MCP HAHNEMANN UNIV (FORMERLY ALLEGHENY UNIV) and completed his residency at Madigan Army Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine; Letterman Army Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Stubblefield is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Stubblefield’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Stubblefield’s office at (831) 422-7777.

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

    • Residency: Madigan Army Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine; Letterman Army Med Ctr, General Surgery | Madigan Army Medical Center | LECOMT/United Memorial Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: MCP HAHNEMANN UNIV (FORMERLY ALLEGHENY UNIV)

    Is Dr. Stubblefield board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. James Stubblefield, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Stubblefield speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

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

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Stubblefield 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. Stubblefield. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Tuberculosis Screening
    • TB test
    • PPD test
    • Tuberculosis exposure check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z111: Encounter for screening for respiratory tuberculosis

    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

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Painful Urination
    • Urine and Urination
    • Dysuria
    • Burning when peeing
    • Stinging during urination

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R300: Dysuria

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

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. James Stubblefield may include:

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

    Does Dr. Stubblefield accept my insurance?

    Dr. Stubblefield accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (831) 422-7777 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Stubblefield accept in Salinas, CA?

    Dr. Stubblefield in Salinas, 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

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Santa Cruz County

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Stubblefield's office located?

    Dr. James Stubblefield's Primary Practice

    1212 S Main St

    Salinas, CA 93901

    (831) 422-7777

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

    Dr. Stubblefield's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1598768053.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Stubblefield?

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

    What is Dr. James Stubblefield's specialty?

    Dr. Stubblefield is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Salinas, 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. James Stubblefield affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Stubblefield is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Salinas Valley Health Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 James Stubblefield accepting new patients in Salinas, CA?

    Yes, Dr. James Stubblefield is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. James Stubblefield offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Stubblefield's office at (831) 422-7777 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with James Stubblefield?

    Please contact Dr. Stubblefield's office at (831) 422-7777 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. James Stubblefield have?

    Dr. James Stubblefield is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.

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