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34 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Pollard, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Santa Cruz, CA?
Dr. Robert Pollard, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Santa Cruz, CA. He has been practicing for over 34 years and is board certified. Dr. Pollard completed his residency at Contra Costra Reg Med Ctr, Family Medicine. Dr. Pollard is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pollard’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pollard’s office at (707) 888-5808.
Where did Dr. Pollard go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Contra Costra Reg Med Ctr, Family Medicine
Medical School: University of Ca, San Francisco, Sch of Med, San Francisco Ca
Is Dr. Pollard board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Robert Pollard, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Pollard speak?
Dr. Pollard and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Pollard typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Pollard 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. Pollard. 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:
- Tuberculosis Screening
- TB test
- PPD test
- Tuberculosis exposure check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z111: Encounter for screening for respiratory tuberculosis
Also known as:
- Exposure to COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- COVID-19 contact
- Suspected coronavirus exposure
- SARS-CoV-2 exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
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:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Painful Urination
- Urine and Urination
- Dysuria
- Burning when peeing
- Stinging during urination
ICD-10 Codes:
- R300: Dysuria
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Pollard typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Robert Pollard may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Pollard's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Pollard accept my insurance?
Dr. Pollard accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (707) 888-5808 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pollard accept in Santa Cruz, CA?
Dr. Pollard in Santa Cruz, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Territories
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
MultiPlan Corporation
Santa Cruz County
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Pollard's office located?
What is Dr. Pollard's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pollard's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1922088467.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pollard?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pollard
What is Dr. Robert Pollard's specialty?
Dr. Pollard is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Santa Cruz, CA.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is this Dr. Robert Pollard affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Pollard is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital 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
When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Robert Pollard accepting new patients in Santa Cruz, CA?
Yes, Dr. Robert Pollard is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Robert Pollard offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pollard's office at (707) 888-5808 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Robert Pollard?
Please contact Dr. Pollard's office at (707) 888-5808 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Robert Pollard have?
Dr. Robert Pollard is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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