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Who is Dr. Selvidge, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Salinas, CA?
Dr. Ruth Selvidge, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Salinas, CA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Selvidge graduated from Mechanical Engineering and completed her residency at Boston Medical Center, Emergency Medicine; Univ Ca Sf Med Ctr, Obstetrics And Gynecology. Dr. Selvidge is fluent in English, French, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Selvidge’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Selvidge’s office at (831) 647-7611.
Where did Dr. Selvidge go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Boston Medical Center, Emergency Medicine; Univ Ca Sf Med Ctr, Obstetrics And Gynecology
Medical School: Mechanical Engineering
What languages does Dr. Selvidge speak?
Dr. Selvidge and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Selvidge treat?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Selvidge 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. Selvidge. 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:
- 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:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1013: Epigastric pain
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Vomiting
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Throwing up
- Emesis
- Puking
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1110: Vomiting, unspecified
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
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:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
- Flu
- Influenza with Breathing Problems
- Flu with Cough
- Severe Flu
ICD-10 Codes:
- J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations
Also known as:
- Diarrhea
- Loose stools
- Runny poop
- Frequent bowel movements
ICD-10 Codes:
- R197: Diarrhea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R5081: Fever presenting with conditions classified elsewhere
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
Also known as:
- Concussion
- Mild Traumatic Brain Injury
- Brain Concussion
- Head Concussion
ICD-10 Codes:
- S060X0A: Concussion without loss of consciousness, initial encounter
Which procedures does Dr. Selvidge perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Ruth Selvidge may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Selvidge's office.
Does Dr. Selvidge accept my insurance?
Dr. Selvidge accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (831) 647-7611 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Selvidge accept in Salinas, CA?
Dr. Selvidge in Salinas, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
All Other Third Party
Centene
Central California Alliance for Health
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Kaiser Permanente
Partnership Health Plan
UnitedHealthcare
Western Growers Association
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Where is Dr. Selvidge's office located?
Dr. Ruth Selvidge's Primary Practice
1441 Constitution Blvd
Salinas, CA 93906
(831) 647-7611
What is Dr. Selvidge's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Selvidge's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063422491.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Selvidge?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Selvidge
What is Dr. Ruth Selvidge's specialty?
Dr. Selvidge is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Salinas, CA. 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. Selvidge to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Ruth Selvidge affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Selvidge is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Natividad Medical Center, Salinas Valley Health Medical Center. 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
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Is Ruth Selvidge accepting new patients in Salinas, CA?
Yes, Dr. Ruth Selvidge is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ruth Selvidge offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Selvidge's office at (831) 647-7611 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ruth Selvidge?
Please contact Dr. Selvidge's office at (831) 647-7611 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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