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Dr. James Sverchek, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Bakersfield, CA

37 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Sverchek, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Bakersfield, CA?

    Dr. James Sverchek, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Bakersfield, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 37 years and is board certified. Dr. Sverchek graduated from Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California and completed his residency at Kern Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine; Western Med Ctr, Family Medicine. Dr. Sverchek is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sverchek’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sverchek’s office at (661) 326-2161.

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

    • Residency: Kern Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine; Western Med Ctr, Family Medicine | Kern Med Center | WESTERN MEDICAL CENTER

    • Medical School: University of Southern Ca Sch of Med, Los Angeles Ca | Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California

    Is Dr. Sverchek board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. James Sverchek, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Sverchek speak?

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

    • English

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

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

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

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

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. James Sverchek may include:

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

    Does Dr. Sverchek accept my insurance?

    Dr. Sverchek accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (661) 326-2161 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Sverchek accept in Bakersfield, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • GEMCare

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Kern Health Systems

    • Managed Care of America

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other Provider Networks

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Sverchek's office located?

    Dr. James Sverchek's Primary Practice

    420 34th St

    Bakersfield, CA 93301

    (661) 326-2161

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    Dr. James Sverchek's Practice 2

    1700 Mount Vernon Ave

    Bakersfield, CA 93306

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

    Dr. Sverchek's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1154388296.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sverchek?

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

    What is Dr. James Sverchek's specialty?

    Dr. Sverchek is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Bakersfield, 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 Dr. James Sverchek affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Sverchek is affiliated with Bakersfield Memorial Hospital, Mercy Hospital Downtown, Hca Florida Memorial 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. James Sverchek accepting new patients in Bakersfield, CA?

    Yes, Dr. James Sverchek is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. James Sverchek offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Sverchek's office at (661) 326-2161 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. James Sverchek?

    Please contact Dr. Sverchek's office at (661) 326-2161 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Sverchek's office located?

    Dr. Sverchek's office is located in Bakersfield, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. James Sverchek have?

    Dr. James Sverchek is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.