22 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Macdonald, Internist in Sacramento, CA?
Dr. Scott Macdonald, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Sacramento, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified. Dr. Macdonald graduated from Rush Medical College of Rush University Medical Center and completed his residency at University California. Dr. Macdonald is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Macdonald’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Macdonald’s office at (916) 734-7777.
Where did Dr. Macdonald go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University California | UC Irvine Medical Center
Medical School: Rush Medical College of Rush University Medical Center
Is Dr. Macdonald board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Scott Macdonald, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Macdonald speak?
Dr. Macdonald and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Macdonald typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Macdonald 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. Macdonald. 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
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:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
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
Also known as:
- Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) Screening
- Health Screening
- STD screening
- Sexual health check
- Venereal disease test
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z113: Encounter for screening for infections with a predominantly sexual mode of transmission
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Macdonald typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Scott Macdonald may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Macdonald's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Macdonald accept my insurance?
Dr. Macdonald accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (916) 734-7777 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Macdonald accept in Sacramento, CA?
Dr. Macdonald 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
Centene Corporation
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Macdonald's office located?
What is Dr. Macdonald's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Macdonald's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1518940006.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Macdonald?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Macdonald
What is Dr. Scott Macdonald's specialty?
Dr. Macdonald is a Internist near Sacramento, CA.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Scott Macdonald affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Macdonald is affiliated with Uc Davis Medical Center, Mercy General 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Scott Macdonald accepting new patients in Sacramento, CA?
Yes, Dr. Scott Macdonald is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Scott Macdonald offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Macdonald's office at (916) 734-7777 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Scott Macdonald?
Please contact Dr. Macdonald's office at (916) 734-7777 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Scott Macdonald have?
Dr. Scott Macdonald is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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