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Dr. Daniel Falco, MD

Sacramento, CA

24 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Falco, Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist in Sacramento, CA?

    Dr. Daniel Falco, MD is a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Sacramento, CA. He has been practicing for over 24 years and is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Falco completed his residency at Stanford Univ Hosp, Pediatric Critical Care Medicine; Stanford Univ Hosp, Pediatrics. Dr. Falco is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Falco’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Falco’s office at (916) 733-3777.

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

    • Residency: Stanford Univ Hosp, Pediatric Critical Care Medicine; Stanford Univ Hosp, Pediatrics

    • Medical School: University of Chicago, Pritzker Sch of Med, Chicago Il

    Is Dr. Falco board certified in Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Daniel Falco, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Falco speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Falco treat?

    As a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, Dr. Falco 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. Falco. 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:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute Respiratory Failure
    • Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute Respiratory Failure with High Carbon Dioxide
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
    • Sudden lung failure
    • Acute breathing failure
    • Rapid onset respiratory failure
    • Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
    • Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Sudden lung failure with high CO2
    • Hypercapnic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypercapnia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
    • J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9602: Acute respiratory failure with hypercapnia

    Also known as:

    • RSV Pneumonia
    • Pneumonia
    • Bacterial Pneumonia
    • Respiratory Syncytial Virus Infection
    • RSV Lung Infection
    • Respiratory Syncytial Virus Lung Infection
    • Viral Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis
    • Lung Infection (Bacterial)
    • Community-acquired Pneumonia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J121: Respiratory syncytial virus pneumonia
    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
    • J159: Unspecified bacterial pneumonia

    Also known as:

    • Type 1 Diabetes with Diabetic Ketoacidosis
    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetes Type 1
    • Type 1 diabetes
    • Juvenile Diabetes with DKA
    • Insulin-Dependent Diabetes with Diabetic Acidosis
    • Type 1 Diabetes and Ketones

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1010: Type 1 diabetes mellitus with ketoacidosis without coma

    Also known as:

    • RSV Bronchiolitis
    • Acute Bronchiolitis
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Respiratory Syncytial Virus Infection
    • RSV lung infection
    • Viral bronchiolitis
    • Acute bronchiolitis
    • Inflammation of small airways
    • Bronchiole infection
    • Acute lung inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J210: Acute bronchiolitis due to respiratory syncytial virus
    • J219: Acute bronchiolitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome
    • Ventricular Septal Defect
    • Double Inlet Heart Chamber
    • Congenital Heart Defects
    • Critical congenital heart disease
    • HLHS
    • Underdeveloped Left Heart
    • Complex Congenital Heart Disease
    • VSD
    • Hole in the Heart (Ventricles)
    • Congenital Heart Anomaly
    • Double Inlet Left Ventricle
    • Double Inlet Right Ventricle
    • Single Ventricle Heart Defect

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q234: Hypoplastic left heart syndrome
    • Q210: Ventricular septal defect
    • Q204: Double inlet ventricle

    Also known as:

    • Functional Intestinal Disorder
    • Digestive Disease
    • Functional Bowel Disorder
    • Digestive Motility Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K599: Functional intestinal disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Severe Asthma Attack
    • Asthma
    • Status Asthmaticus
    • Life-Threatening Asthma
    • Asthma Crisis
    • Asthma Emergency
    • Severe Persistent Asthma Exacerbation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J45902: Unspecified asthma with status asthmaticus
    • J4542: Moderate persistent asthma with status asthmaticus

    Also known as:

    • Low Blood Oxygen
    • Lung Disease
    • Hypoxemia
    • Reduced oxygen in blood
    • Oxygen deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0902: Hypoxemia

    Also known as:

    • Epilepsy
    • Seizure disorder
    • Convulsive disorder
    • Falling sickness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G40901: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, with status epilepticus

    Also known as:

    • Seizures
    • Epilepsy
    • Convulsions
    • Fits

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R569: Unspecified convulsions

    Also known as:

    • Other Viral Infection
    • Viral Infection
    • Uncommon Viral Diseases
    • Rare Viral Infections
    • Miscellaneous Viral Illnesses

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B348: Other viral infections of unspecified site

    Which procedures does Dr. Falco perform as a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist?

    As a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Daniel Falco may include:

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

    Does Dr. Falco accept my insurance?

    Dr. Falco accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (916) 733-3777 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Falco accept in Sacramento, CA?

    Dr. Falco in Sacramento, 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

    • Centene

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Health Plan of San Joaquin

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other TPA

    • Partnership Health Plan

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Falco's office located?

    Dr. Daniel Falco's Primary Practice

    1020 29th St

    Sacramento, CA 95816

    (916) 733-3777

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

    Dr. Falco's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1912999525.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Falco?

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

    What is Dr. Daniel Falco's specialty?

    Dr. Falco is a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist near Sacramento, CA. A pediatrician specialized in advanced life support for children, from term and near-term neonates to adolescents, with expertise in managing critical care for life-threatening organ system failures in both medical and surgical patients. This specialist is skilled in supporting vital physiological functions and often takes on administrative responsibilities within intensive care units, coordinating patient care and collaborating closely with other specialists to ensure comprehensive treatment. Contact Dr. Falco to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Daniel Falco affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Falco is affiliated with Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento 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 Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Pediatric Critical Care 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 Daniel Falco accepting new patients in Sacramento, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Daniel Falco is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Daniel Falco offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Falco's office at (916) 733-3777 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Daniel Falco?

    Please contact Dr. Falco's office at (916) 733-3777 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Daniel Falco have?

    Dr. Daniel Falco is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.

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