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Dr. Jerome Mcdonald, MD

Stockton, CA

25 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Mcdonald, Thoracic Surgeon in Stockton, CA?

    Dr. Jerome Mcdonald, MD is a Thoracic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Stockton, CA. He has been practicing for over 25 years and is board certified. Dr. Mcdonald is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mcdonald’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mcdonald’s office at (850) 402-0202.

    Is Dr. Mcdonald board certified as a Thoracic Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Jerome Mcdonald, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery , American Board of Thoracic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Mcdonald speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Thoracic Surgeon like Dr. Mcdonald typically treat?

    As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Mcdonald 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. Mcdonald. 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:

    • End-Stage Kidney Disease
    • End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure
    • ESRD
    • End-Stage Renal Failure
    • Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
    • Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
    • Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N186: End stage renal disease
    • I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Unstable Angina
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
    • Unstable Chest Pain
    • Acute Coronary Syndrome
    • Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Unstable Angina

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
    • I25110: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with unstable angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • Circulatory System Surgery Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • Post-cardiac surgery care
    • Vascular surgery aftercare
    • Heart surgery recovery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z48812: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the circulatory system

    Also known as:

    • Narrowed Aortic Valve
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Aortic Valve Stenosis
    • Tight Aortic Valve

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis

    Also known as:

    • Pleural Effusion
    • Pleural Disorder
    • Fluid in lungs
    • Water on the lung
    • Fluid around lungs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Kidney Problems
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease

    What procedures does a Thoracic Surgeon like Dr. Mcdonald typically perform?

    As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Mcdonald 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. Mcdonald. 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:

    • Arteriovenous Fistula Creation
    • AV Fistula Surgery
    • Cimino Fistula
    • Vascular Access for Dialysis

    CPT Codes:

    • 36821: Arteriovenous anastomosis, open; direct, any site (eg, Cimino type) (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Endoscopic Vein Harvest for Bypass
    • Endoscopy
    • Video-Assisted Vein Harvest
    • Minimally Invasive Vein Removal
    • Endoscopic Saphenous Vein Harvest
    • Vein Harvesting for CABG

    CPT Codes:

    • 33508: Endoscopy, surgical, including video-assisted harvest of vein(s) for coronary artery bypass procedure (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG)
    • Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery
    • Heart bypass surgery
    • CABG surgery
    • Arterial bypass graft

    CPT Codes:

    • 33533: Coronary artery bypass, using arterial graft(s); single arterial graft

    Does Dr. Mcdonald accept my insurance?

    Dr. Mcdonald accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (850) 402-0202 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Mcdonald accept in Stockton, CA?

    Dr. Mcdonald in Stockton, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • AllCare Health

    • Centene Corporation

    • Health Plan of San Joaquin

    • Hill Physicians Medical Group

    • Humana

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Mcdonald's office located?

    Dr. Jerome Mcdonald's Primary Practice

    1901 N California St

    Stockton, CA 95204

    (850) 402-0202

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

    Dr. Mcdonald's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740253301.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mcdonald?

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

    What is Dr. Jerome Mcdonald's specialty?

    Dr. Mcdonald is a Thoracic Surgeon near Stockton, CA.

    What does a Thoracic Surgeon do?

    A thoracic surgeon is a healthcare expert with specialization in the surgical, perioperative, and critical care of patients with conditions affecting the chest. Their expertise encompasses the surgical treatment of coronary artery disease, lung, esophageal, and chest wall cancers, tracheal abnormalities, and issues with the great vessels and heart valves. They also address congenital anomalies, mediastinal tumors, and diaphragm diseases. Additionally, thoracic surgeons manage airway issues and chest injuries as part of their medical specialty.

    Is this Dr. Jerome Mcdonald affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Mcdonald is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Dignity Health - St. Josephs Medical Center, Dch Regional Medical Center, Sutter Lakeside Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Thoracic Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Thoracic Surgeon. Explore 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 Jerome Mcdonald accepting new patients in Stockton, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Jerome Mcdonald is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Jerome Mcdonald offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Mcdonald's office at (850) 402-0202 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Jerome Mcdonald?

    Please contact Dr. Mcdonald's office at (850) 402-0202 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Jerome Mcdonald have?

    Dr. Jerome Mcdonald is certified by the American Board of Surgery and American Board of Thoracic Surgery.

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