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24 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Derkum, Hospitalist in Whittier, CA?
Dr. Scott Derkum, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Whittier, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 24 years and is board certified. Dr. Derkum completed his residency at Univ Of Fl Coll Of Med, Internal Medicine. Dr. Derkum is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Derkum’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Derkum’s office at (949) 610-7245.
Where did Dr. Derkum go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Fl Coll Of Med, Internal Medicine
Is Dr. Derkum board certified as a Hospitalist?
Yes, Dr. Scott Derkum, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Derkum speak?
Dr. Derkum and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Derkum treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Derkum 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. Derkum. 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.
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- E. Coli Sepsis
- E. Coli Infection
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
- E. coli Blood Infection
- E. coli Septicemia
- Bacterial Blood Poisoning
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
- A4151: Sepsis due to Escherichia coli [E. coli]
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:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- GI Bleeding
- Internal Digestive Bleeding
- Digestive Tract Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
Also known as:
- Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
- Gallbladder Disease
- Sudden Gallbladder Attack
- Acute Cholecystitis
- Sudden Gallbladder Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- K810: Acute cholecystitis
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Blood Infection
- Sepsis
- Bacteremia
- Bacteria in blood
- Bloodstream infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7881: Bacteremia
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Derkum perform as a Hospitalist?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Scott Derkum may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Derkum's office.
Does Dr. Derkum accept my insurance?
Dr. Derkum accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (949) 610-7245 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Derkum accept in Whittier, CA?
Dr. Derkum in Whittier, 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
Alliant Techsystems
Altamed Health Services
Centene
City of Los Angeles
Crown Cork and Seal Company
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicaid
Other Provider Networks
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Derkum's office located?
Dr. Scott Derkum's Primary Practice
12401 Washington Blvd Ste 100
Whittier, CA 90602
(949) 610-7245
What is Dr. Derkum's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Derkum's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1588660849.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Derkum?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Derkum
What is Dr. Scott Derkum's specialty?
Dr. Derkum is a Hospitalist near Whittier, CA. Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays. Contact Dr. Derkum to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Scott Derkum affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Derkum is affiliated with PIH Health Whittier Hospital, PIH Health Good Samaritan Hospital 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
Where can I learn more about Hospitalist?
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Is Scott Derkum accepting new patients in Whittier, CA?
Yes, Dr. Scott Derkum is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Scott Derkum offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Derkum's office at (949) 610-7245 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Scott Derkum?
Please contact Dr. Derkum's office at (949) 610-7245 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Scott Derkum have?
Dr. Scott Derkum is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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