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Who is Dr. Cattafi, Anesthesiologist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Paul Cattafi, DO is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA. He is board certified. Dr. Cattafi is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cattafi’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cattafi’s office at (858) 565-9666.
Is Dr. Cattafi board certified as an Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Paul Cattafi, DO is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Cattafi speak?
Dr. Cattafi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Cattafi typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Cattafi 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. Cattafi. 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:
- Low Transverse C-section Scar in Pregnancy
- Prenatal Care
- Horizontal C-section Scar (Pregnancy)
- Low-lying C-section Scar
- Prior Cesarean Scar (Low Transverse)
ICD-10 Codes:
- O34211: Maternal care for low transverse scar from previous cesarean delivery
Also known as:
- Acute pain after medical procedure
- Pain
- Acute post-operative pain
- Pain after surgery
- Post-procedural pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain
Also known as:
- Sterilization Procedure
- Tubal Ligation
- Vasectomy
- Permanent contraception
- Tubal ligation
- Surgical birth control
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z302: Encounter for sterilization
Also known as:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Uncomplicated Childbirth
- Childbirth
- Normal Delivery
- Natural Birth
- Vaginal Delivery
ICD-10 Codes:
- O80: Encounter for full-term uncomplicated delivery
Also known as:
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
Also known as:
- Abnormal Fetal Heart Rate During Childbirth
- Childbirth Problems
- Fetal heart rate abnormality in labor
- Irregular baby heartbeat during delivery
- Fetal distress due to heart rate
ICD-10 Codes:
- O76: Abnormality in fetal heart rate and rhythm complicating labor and delivery
Also known as:
- Enlarged Prostate with Urinary Symptoms
- Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
- Enlarged Prostate (Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia)
- BPH with LUTS
- Prostate enlargement with urinary issues
- Benign prostatic hyperplasia with urinary symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- N401: Benign prostatic hyperplasia with lower urinary tract symptoms
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Cattafi typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Cattafi performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Cattafi. 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:
- Abdominal Wall Nerve Block (TAP Block)
- Peripheral Nerve Block
- Femoral Nerve Block Injection
- TAP block
- Transversus abdominis plane block
- Rectus sheath block
- Abdominal pain injection
- Nerve injection
- Pain relief injection
- Steroid injection for nerve pain
- Femoral nerve injection
- Thigh nerve block
- Pain relief injection for thigh
- Nerve block with imaging guidance
CPT Codes:
- 64488: Transversus abdominis plane (TAP) block (abdominal plane block, rectus sheath block) bilateral; by injections (includes imaging guidance, when performed)
- 64450: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; other peripheral nerve or branch
- 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
Also known as:
- Continuous Femoral Nerve Block
- Abdominal Nerve Block Injection
- Femoral Nerve Catheter Infusion
- Thigh Nerve Block
- Continuous Pain Relief Injection
- TAP Block
- Rectus Sheath Block
- Abdominal Plane Block
CPT Codes:
- 64448: Injection(S), Anesthetic Agent(S) And/Or Steroid; Femoral Nerve, Continuous Infusion By Catheter (Including Catheter Placement), Including Imaging Guidance, When Performed
- 64486: Transversus abdominis plane (TAP) block (abdominal plane block, rectus sheath block) unilateral; by injection(s) (includes imaging guidance, when performed)
Does Dr. Cattafi accept my insurance?
Dr. Cattafi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 565-9666 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cattafi accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Cattafi in San Diego, 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
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Parkland Health & Hospital System
State of Texas
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Cattafi's office located?
What is Dr. Cattafi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Cattafi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1538151543.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cattafi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Cattafi
What is Dr. Paul Cattafi's specialty?
Dr. Cattafi is a Anesthesiologist near San Diego, CA.
What does an Anesthesiologist do?
A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.
Is this Dr. Paul Cattafi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Cattafi is affiliated with William P. Clements Jr. University Hospital, Medical City Plano 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
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Is Paul Cattafi accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Paul Cattafi is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Paul Cattafi offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cattafi's office at (858) 565-9666 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Paul Cattafi?
Please contact Dr. Cattafi's office at (858) 565-9666 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Paul Cattafi have?
Dr. Paul Cattafi is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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