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Dr. Javier Escobar, MD

Tallahassee, FL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Escobar, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Tallahassee, FL?

    Dr. Javier Escobar, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Tallahassee, FL. He is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine. Dr. Escobar graduated from University of Connecticut School of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Of Fl Coll Of Med, Pediatric Emergency Medicine-Emergency Medicine; Univ Of Fl Coll Of Med, Emergency Medicine; Shands Jacksonville Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Escobar is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Escobar’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Escobar’s office at (850) 431-0756.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of Fl Coll Of Med, Pediatric Emergency Medicine-Emergency Medicine; Univ Of Fl Coll Of Med, Emergency Medicine; Shands Jacksonville Med Ctr, General Surgery | Shands Jacksonville Med Center | University of Florida Program

    • Medical School: University Of Ct Sch Of Med- Farmington Ct | University Of Ct Sch Of Medicine | University of Connecticut School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Escobar board certified in Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Javier Escobar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Escobar speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Escobar treat?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Escobar 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. Escobar. 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:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Dehydration
    • Low Potassium
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Potassium
    • Lack of Fluids
    • Fluid Loss
    • Body Water Depletion
    • Hypokalemia
    • Potassium Deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E860: Dehydration
    • E876: Hypokalemia

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Heart Failure
    • Congestive Heart Failure
    • CHF
    • Cardiac Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I509: Heart failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Changes in Mental State
    • Mental Disorder
    • Confusion
    • Disorientation
    • Changes in awareness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Diarrhea
    • Loose stools
    • Runny poop
    • Frequent bowel movements

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R197: Diarrhea, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Which procedures does Dr. Escobar perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Javier Escobar may include:

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

    Does Dr. Escobar accept my insurance?

    Dr. Escobar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (850) 431-0756 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Escobar accept in Tallahassee, FL?

    Dr. Escobar in Tallahassee, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Allied Benefit Systems

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Conifer Health Solutions

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health Insurance Co

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    Where is Dr. Escobar's office located?

    Dr. Javier Escobar's Primary Practice

    1300 Miccosukee Rd

    Tallahassee, FL 32308

    (850) 431-0756

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

    Dr. Escobar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1588638365.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Escobar?

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

    What is Dr. Javier Escobar's specialty?

    Dr. Escobar is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Tallahassee, FL. 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. Contact Dr. Escobar to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Javier Escobar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Escobar is affiliated with Tallahassee Memorial 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

    Where can I learn more about Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Emergency 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 Javier Escobar accepting new patients in Tallahassee, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Javier Escobar is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Javier Escobar offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Escobar's office at (850) 431-0756 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Javier Escobar?

    Please contact Dr. Escobar's office at (850) 431-0756 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Javier Escobar have?

    Dr. Javier Escobar is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.

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