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Dr. Ernest Flores, MD

Chula Vista, CA

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    Who is Dr. Flores, Pediatrician in Chula Vista, CA?

    Dr. Ernest Flores, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Chula Vista, CA. He is board certified. Dr. Flores is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Flores’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Flores’s office at (619) 426-7910.

    What languages does Dr. Flores speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Flores treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Flores 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. Flores. 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:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Blood and Immune System Disorder Screening
    • Contaminant Exposure Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Blood Disorder Check
    • Immune System Check-up
    • Hematologic Screening
    • Toxic Exposure Screening
    • Environmental Toxin Check
    • Pollutant Exposure Test

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z130: Encounter for screening for diseases of the blood and blood-forming organs and certain disorders involving the immune mechanism
    • Z1388: Encounter for screening for disorder due to exposure to contaminants

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, 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:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    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:

    • Depression Screening
    • Depression
    • Health Screening
    • Depression Test
    • Mental Health Check for Depression
    • Mood Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression

    Also known as:

    • Ear Infection
    • Left Ear Infection
    • Otitis Media
    • Middle Ear Infection
    • Ear Inflammation
    • Left Middle Ear Infection
    • Left Otitis Media
    • Left Earache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H66001: Acute suppurative otitis media without spontaneous rupture of ear drum, right ear
    • H66002: Acute suppurative otitis media without spontaneous rupture of ear drum, left ear

    Also known as:

    • Sinusitis
    • Sinus Infection
    • Rhinosinusitis
    • Acute Sinus Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J0190: Acute sinusitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pink Eye
    • Conjunctivitis
    • Red Eye
    • Eye Infection
    • Sore Eye

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H109: Unspecified conjunctivitis

    Also known as:

    • Skin Rash
    • Rashes
    • Skin Eruption
    • Hives
    • Dermatitis
    • Skin Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R21: Rash and other nonspecific skin eruption

    Also known as:

    • Breathing Problems
    • Breathing difficulties
    • Abnormal breathing
    • Respiratory issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R069: Unspecified abnormalities of breathing

    Also known as:

    • Diarrhea
    • Loose stools
    • Runny poop
    • Frequent bowel movements

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R197: Diarrhea, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Painful Urination
    • Urine and Urination
    • Dysuria
    • Burning when peeing
    • Stinging during urination

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R300: Dysuria

    Which procedures does Dr. Flores perform as a Pediatrician?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by a Dr. Ernest Flores may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Flores' office.

    Does Dr. Flores accept my insurance?

    Dr. Flores accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 426-7910 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Flores accept in Chula Vista, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene

    • Community Health Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Florida Complete Care

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Sharp Health Plan

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Flores' office located?

    Dr. Ernest Flores' Primary Practice

    865 Third Ave Ste 101

    Chula Vista, CA 91911

    (619) 426-7910

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

    Dr. Flores's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1043848807.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Flores?

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

    What is Dr. Ernest Flores's specialty?

    Dr. Flores is a Pediatrician near Chula Vista, CA. A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development. Contact Dr. Flores to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Ernest Flores affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Flores is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Rady Childrens Hospital - San Diego, Rady Childrens Hospital - San Diego. 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

    Where can I learn more about Pediatrician?

    Explore Pediatrician with 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 Ernest Flores accepting new patients in Chula Vista, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Ernest Flores is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ernest Flores offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Flores's office at (619) 426-7910 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Ernest Flores?

    Please contact Dr. Flores's office at (619) 426-7910 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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