Brian Joseph Mcguinness, M.D.

Colon & Rectal Surgery

Brian Joseph Mcguinness is a Colon & Rectal Surgery specialist based in Walnut Creek, CA with over 31 years of clinical experience. Offers virtual telehealth visits.

(925) 274-9000Walnut Creek, CA
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026

Patients across CA can see Brian Joseph Mcguinness, M.D. in person in Walnut Creek or via virtual visit — no travel required. He graduated from Tulane University School of Medicine in 1995 and has 31+ years of clinical experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis (per CMS claims data).

At a glance

  • Uses generic medications more than 59% of reporting doctors in California
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 63 Colon & Rectal Surgery providers in CASee all Colon & Rectal Surgery in Walnut Creek31+ years experienceNPI since 2006

Older · 452dNPPES updated 2025-02-26 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Medical Board of California

Contact & Location

Practice Location

365 Lennon Ln Ste. 290, Walnut Creek, CA 94598-5910

Fax: (925) 274-9004
Patient Condition Panel

What This Doctor Treats Most

Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for

Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages High Cholesterol, Hypertension, and Arthritis.

High Cholesterol
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor

Hypertension
70%

High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke

US avg: 70.2%
Arthritis
49%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%
Anxiety Disorders
Lower than avg (-4%)30%

Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life

US avg: 34.1%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here

Mood Disorders
28%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

Chronic Kidney Disease
Lower than avg (-3%)27%

Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension

US avg: 29.6%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here

Depression
Lower than avg (-6%)26%

A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities

US avg: 31.8%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here

Diabetes
Lower than avg (-9%)25%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

US avg: 34.5%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.

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Background & Specialty

Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.

Career Journey
  1. Graduated medical school · 1995

    Tulane University School of Medicine

  2. Board certified · Feb 25, 2025

    Self-reported via NPPES

  3. 31 years in practice

    Senior practitioner

Colon & Rectal SurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

A colon and rectal surgeon is trained to diagnose and treat various diseases of the intestinal tract, colon, rectum, anal canal and perianal area by medical and surgical means. This specialist also deals with other organs and tissues (such as the liver, urinary and female reproductive system) involved with primary intestinal disease.

Taxonomy: 208C00000X

Education & Training

Tulane University School of Medicine (Class of 1995)

Virtual Colon & Rectal Surgery Care With Brian Joseph Mcguinness

NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.

Schedule a virtual visit with Brian Joseph Mcguinness for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Walnut Creek required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Brian Joseph Mcguinness

NPI records show Dr. Mcguinness as active with telehealth listed in Walnut Creek, CA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (925) 274-9000.

Verified across 4 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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