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Dr. Catherine Polera, DO

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Vero Beach, FL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Polera, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Vero Beach, FL?

    Dr. Catherine Polera, DO is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Vero Beach, FL with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Polera is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Polera’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Polera’s office.

    What languages does Dr. Polera speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Polera typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Polera 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. Polera. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    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:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Loss of strength
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    Also known as:

    • Scalp Bruise
    • Bruises
    • Bruised scalp
    • Scalp contusion
    • Head bump

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0003XA: Contusion of scalp, initial encounter

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Dehydration
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Lack of Fluids
    • Fluid Loss
    • Body Water Depletion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E860: Dehydration

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Polera typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Catherine Polera may include:

    Please contact Dr. Polera's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Polera accept my insurance?

    Dr. Polera accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Polera accept in Vero Beach, FL?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation

    • Health First Shared Services

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Florida

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Polera's office located?

    Dr. Catherine Polera's Primary Practice

    1000 36th St

    Vero Beach, FL 32960

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    Dr. Catherine Polera's Practice 2

    3000 Coral Hills Dr

    Coral Springs, FL 33065

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

    Dr. Polera's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740247303.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Polera?

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

    What is Dr. Catherine Polera's specialty?

    Dr. Polera is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Vero Beach, FL.

    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 Dr. Catherine Polera affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Polera is affiliated with Cleveland Clinic Indian River Hospital, Jupiter Medical Center, Cleveland Clinic Martin North 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. 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 Dr. Catherine Polera accepting new patients in Vero Beach, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Catherine Polera is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Catherine Polera offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Polera's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Catherine Polera?

    Please contact Dr. Polera's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Polera's office located?

    Dr. Polera's offices are located in Vero Beach, FL and Coral Springs, FL.