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Who is Dr. Romea, Rheumatologist in Walnut Creek, CA?
Dr. Raul Jose Romea, MD is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in Walnut Creek, CA. Dr. Romea graduated from Our Lady of The Lake Program and completed his residency at Winthrop-University Hospital Program. Dr. Romea is fluent in English and Filipino; Pilipino, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Romea’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Romea’s office.
Where did Dr. Romea go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Winthrop-University Hospital Program
Medical School: Our Lady of The Lake Program
What languages does Dr. Romea speak?
Dr. Romea and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Filipino; Pilipino
What conditions does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Romea typically treat?
As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Romea 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. Romea. 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:
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- RA
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
- Autoimmune arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M0579: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor of multiple sites without organ or systems involvement
- M069: Rheumatoid arthritis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Inflammatory Arthritis
- Arthritis in Multiple Joints
- Arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
- Polyarthritis
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
- Widespread Arthritis
- Multiple Joint Inflammation
- Generalized Arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M064: Inflammatory polyarthropathy
- M130: Polyarthritis, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Psoriatic Arthritis
- Psoriasis
- Psoriatic joint inflammation
- Arthritis with psoriasis
- Psoriasis-related joint pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- L4050: Arthropathic psoriasis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Systemic Connective Tissue Disease
- Rheumatic Connective Tissue Disease
- Autoimmune Connective Tissue Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M359: Systemic involvement of connective tissue, unspecified
What procedures does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Romea typically perform?
As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Romea 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. Romea. 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:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
- Arthrocentesis
- Major Joint Aspiration
- Bursa Injection
- Joint Fluid Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Does Dr. Romea accept my insurance?
Dr. Romea accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Romea accept in Walnut Creek, CA?
Dr. Romea in Walnut Creek, 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
Central Health
Cigna Group
Contra Costa
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Romea's office located?
What is Dr. Romea's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Romea's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1962408112.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Romea?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Romea
What is Dr. Raul Jose Romea's specialty?
Dr. Romea is a Rheumatologist near Walnut Creek, CA.
What does a Rheumatologist do?
An internist specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common sports injuries, and collagen-related diseases.
Is this Dr. Raul Jose Romea affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Romea is affiliated with John Muir Health Walnut Creek Medical Center, John Muir Health Concord Medical Center, Sutter Solano Medical Center, Sutter Delta Medical Center, California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus 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 a Rheumatologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Raul Jose Romea accepting new patients in Walnut Creek, CA?
Yes, Dr. Raul Jose Romea is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Raul Jose Romea offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Romea's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Raul Jose Romea?
Please contact Dr. Romea's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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1450 Treat Blvd Ste 200
Walnut Creek, CA 94597