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15 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Mccandless, Pediatric Cardiologist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Rachel Mccandless, MD is a Pediatric Cardiologist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 15 years and is board certified. Dr. Mccandless is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mccandless’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mccandless’s office at (858) 966-5855.
Is Dr. Mccandless board certified as a Pediatric Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Rachel Mccandless, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Mccandless speak?
Dr. Mccandless and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatric Cardiologist like Dr. Mccandless typically treat?
As a Pediatric Cardiologist, Dr. Mccandless 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. Mccandless. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Fetal Abnormality
- Birth Defects
- Health Problems in Pregnancy
- Congenital Anomaly
- Fetal Malformation
- Developmental Abnormality
- Birth Defect
ICD-10 Codes:
- O358XX0: Maternal care for other (suspected) fetal abnormality and damage, not applicable or unspecified
- O359XX0: Maternal care for (suspected) fetal abnormality and damage, unspecified, not applicable or unspecified
Also known as:
- Kawasaki disease
- Kawasaki Disease
- Mucocutaneous lymph node syndrome
- Kawasaki syndrome
- Infantile polyarteritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M303: Mucocutaneous lymph node syndrome [Kawasaki]
Also known as:
- Cardiovascular Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- Heart Disease Screening
- Vascular Disease Check
- Cardiac Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z136: Encounter for screening for cardiovascular disorders
What procedures does a Pediatric Cardiologist like Dr. Mccandless typically perform?
As a Pediatric Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Rachel Mccandless may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
Please contact Dr. Mccandless' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Mccandless accept my insurance?
Dr. Mccandless accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 966-5855 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Mccandless accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Mccandless 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
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
Community Health Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Inland Empire Health Plan
Other Health Care Provider
Sharp HealthCare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Mccandless' office located?
What is Dr. Mccandless's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Mccandless's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1487821815.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mccandless?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mccandless
What is Dr. Rachel Mccandless's specialty?
Dr. Mccandless is a Pediatric Cardiologist near San Diego, CA.
What does a Pediatric Cardiologist do?
A pediatric cardiologist provides comprehensive care for children with cardiovascular issues, offering expertise in diagnosing, treating, and managing heart and blood vessel conditions. This specialist is skilled in selecting, performing, and interpreting structural and functional assessments of the heart and blood vessels, as well as conducting thorough clinical evaluations of cardiovascular diseases in young patients.
Is this Dr. Rachel Mccandless affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Mccandless is affiliated with Sharp Memorial Hospital, Jacobs Medical Center At Uc San Diego Health, Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego, Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla 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 a Pediatric Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Rachel Mccandless accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Rachel Mccandless is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rachel Mccandless offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Mccandless's office at (858) 966-5855 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rachel Mccandless?
Please contact Dr. Mccandless's office at (858) 966-5855 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Rachel Mccandless have?
Dr. Rachel Mccandless is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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