Compare 4 emergency medicine physicians in Palm Desert, CA. Check ratings, insurance, and availability.
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Most common: MD
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Palm Desert has 4 emergency medicine physicians. The most common credential is MD (100%). 100% are currently accepting new patients.
Nearby hospitals include Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, UCLA Ronald Reagan Medical Center, and UCSF Medical Center. Local training programs run through UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine and UCSF School of Medicine.
Patients are triaged by severity, not arrival order. A nurse will assess your vital signs and chief complaint. You will see a physician who will order tests (blood work, imaging, EKG) as needed. Treatment begins immediately for emergencies. Wait times for non-urgent conditions can be long. Be prepared to describe your symptoms, list your medications, and share your medical history. Bring your insurance card and ID.
Go to an emergency department for chest pain, difficulty breathing, stroke symptoms (sudden weakness, speech problems, facial drooping), severe bleeding, loss of consciousness, seizures, severe allergic reactions, high fever with confusion, poisoning or overdose, major trauma, and any condition that feels life-threatening. Call 911 for the most serious emergencies.
ER visit copay: $150-500 · Average ER visit (total billed): $1,000-3,000 · CT scan in ER: $500-3,000 · Ambulance: $500-2,500
Palm Desert, CA has 4 licensed emergency medicine physicians. 100% are currently accepting new patients, so finding an available provider should be straightforward.
Yes. 100% of emergency medicine physicians in Palm Desert, CA are currently accepting new patients. You can filter your search on FindClarity to show only providers who are taking new patients.
ER copays range from $150 to $500. The average total ER bill is $1,000 to $3,000. CT scans in the ER cost $500 to $3,000. An ambulance ride costs $500 to $2,500. Actual costs in Palm Desert, CA depend on the provider and your insurance plan. Most insurance plans waive the ER copay if you are admitted to the hospital from the ER. For non-life-threatening issues, urgent care visits cost a fraction of ER visits. Use the ER for true emergencies only.
Look for a board-certified provider who accepts your insurance and practices near you. Palm Desert, CA has 4 emergency medicine physicians. Reading patient reviews and checking hospital affiliations can help narrow your choice. FindClarity lets you compare providers by credentials, insurance, and location.
25% of emergency medicine physicians in Palm Desert, CA accept Medicare. Medicare covers emergency services at any hospital, including out-of-network facilities. Standard Part B cost-sharing applies. If admitted, the visit shifts to inpatient coverage. You can filter for Medicare-accepting providers on FindClarity.
Some emergency medicine physicians in Palm Desert, CA accept Medi-Cal, the state's Medicaid program. Medicaid covers emergency services in all states at any hospital. The Emergency Medical Treatment and Labor Act (EMTALA) requires all ERs to screen and stabilize patients regardless of coverage. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm Medi-Cal participation before scheduling.
Emergency departments are for acute, time-sensitive problems. You should not visit on a scheduled basis. If you find yourself in the ER frequently, work with your primary care doctor to manage underlying conditions and identify when urgent care is a better option. With 4 emergency medicine physicians in Palm Desert, CA, you can search on FindClarity to find a provider who fits your schedule.
ER visits have higher copays than regular visits, typically $150 to $500. Most plans waive the ER copay if you are admitted to the hospital. The ACA requires coverage of emergency services at in-network rates even at out-of-network facilities. The No Surprises Act protects you from surprise billing by out-of-network ER doctors. Follow-up care should be done with your regular doctor to avoid repeat ER costs.