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Dr. Clifton Cole, MD

Palm Springs, CA

38 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Cole, Family Medicine Specialist in Palm Springs, CA?

    Dr. Clifton Cole, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Palm Springs, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 38 years and is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Cole graduated from Loma Linda University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Ca Irvine Med Ctr, Family Practice Orange County Med Ctr, Family Practice. Dr. Cole is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cole’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cole’s office at (760) 320-6677.

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

    • Residency: Univ Ca Irvine Med Ctr, Family Practice Orange County Med Ctr, Family Practice | University Of California Irvine Medical Center | UC Irvine Medical Center

    • Medical School: Loma Linda University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Cole board certified in Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Clifton Cole, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Cole speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Cole treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Cole 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. Cole. 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:

    • Alzheimer's Disease
    • Late-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
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    • AD', 'Alzheimer's Dementia
    • Memory Loss Disease
    • Sporadic Alzheimer's', 'Alzheimer's in Older Adults

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
    • G301: Alzheimer's disease with late onset

    Also known as:

    • Cerebral Atherosclerosis
    • Brain Disease
    • Hardening of Brain Arteries
    • Brain Artery Plaque
    • Cerebral Artery Disease
    • Brain Blood Vessel Hardening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I672: Cerebral atherosclerosis

    Also known as:

    • Brain Blood Vessel Disease
    • Brain Disease
    • Cerebrovascular Disorder
    • Brain Circulation Problem
    • Brain Vascular Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I679: Cerebrovascular disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Heart Failure
    • End-Stage Heart Failure
    • Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
    • Congestive Heart Failure
    • CHF
    • Cardiac Insufficiency
    • Advanced heart failure
    • Terminal heart failure
    • Severe heart failure
    • Long-term Diastolic Heart Failure
    • Chronic HFpEF
    • Ongoing Filling Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I509: Heart failure, unspecified
    • I5084: End stage heart failure
    • I5032: Chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart Disease
    • High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
    • Heart Disease
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Heart Failure
    • Hypertensive Cardiomyopathy
    • Heart Problems from High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I119: Hypertensive heart disease without heart failure
    • I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure

    Also known as:

    • Cognitive Problems
    • One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
    • Stroke
    • Paralysis
    • Thinking Problems
    • Mental Impairment
    • Post-stroke Cognitive Issues
    • Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
    • Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
    • Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
    • Hemiparesis after brain infarction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I69318: Other symptoms and signs involving cognitive functions following cerebral infarction
    • I69354: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting left non-dominant side
    • I69351: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting right dominant side

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Parkinson's Disease without Involuntary Movements
    • Parkinson's Disease
    • Early Parkinson's', 'Non-dyskinetic Parkinsonism', 'Stable Parkinson's Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G20A1: Parkinson's disease without dyskinesia, without mention of fluctuations

    Also known as:

    • Lung Cancer
    • Bronchial cancer
    • Malignant neoplasm of lung
    • Pulmonary cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C3490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified bronchus or lung

    Also known as:

    • Heart Disease
    • Heart Condition
    • Cardiac Disease
    • Heart Problem

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I519: Heart disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Multiple Sclerosis
    • MS
    • Demyelinating Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G35: Multiple sclerosis

    Which procedures does Dr. Cole perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Clifton Cole may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Cole's office.

    Does Dr. Cole accept my insurance?

    Dr. Cole accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (760) 320-6677 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Cole accept in Palm Springs, CA?

    Dr. Cole in Palm Springs, 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

    • Centene

    • Humana

    • Inland Empire

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • OptumRx

    • Scan Health Plan

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Cole's office located?

    Dr. Clifton Cole's Primary Practice

    2990 E Ramon Rd

    Palm Springs, CA 92264

    (760) 320-6677

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    Dr. Clifton Cole's Practice 2

    40101 Monterey Ave Ste B1-314

    Rancho Mirage, CA 92270

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    Dr. Clifton Cole's Practice 3

    255 N El Cielo Rd Ste 140-701

    Palm Springs, CA 92262

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

    Dr. Cole's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1972502425.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cole?

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

    What is Dr. Clifton Cole's specialty?

    Dr. Cole is a Family Medicine Specialist near Palm Springs, CA. Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care. Contact Dr. Cole to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Clifton Cole affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Cole is affiliated with Eisenhower Health Main Campus which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Family Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Family Medicine Specialist with 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 Clifton Cole accepting new patients in Palm Springs, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Clifton Cole is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Clifton Cole offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Cole's office at (760) 320-6677 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Clifton Cole?

    Please contact Dr. Cole's office at (760) 320-6677 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Clifton Cole have?

    Dr. Clifton Cole is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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