Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Berndtson, Surgeon in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Allison Berndtson, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA. She is board certified. Dr. Berndtson graduated from University of Colorado School of Medicine, Aurora. Dr. Berndtson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Berndtson’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Berndtson’s office at (619) 543-5840.
Where did Dr. Berndtson go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Colorado School of Medicine, Aurora | UC Davis School of Medicine, Sacramento | UC San Diego, School of Medicine, San Diego | Surgeon | Assistant Professor of Surgery
Is Dr. Berndtson board certified as a Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Allison Berndtson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Berndtson speak?
Dr. Berndtson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Berndtson typically treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Berndtson 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. Berndtson. 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:
- Acute pain from injury
- Pain
- Traumatic pain
- Injury pain
- Sudden pain from trauma
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8911: Acute pain due to trauma
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Anemia from Sudden Blood Loss
- Anemia
- Acute Blood Loss Anemia
- Post-Hemorrhagic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D62: Acute posthemorrhagic anemia
Also known as:
- Reduced Mobility
- Walking Problems
- Limited movement
- Difficulty walking
- Impaired mobility
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7409: Other reduced mobility
Also known as:
- Traumatic Subdural Hemorrhage
- Traumatic Brain Injury
- Subdural Hematoma
- Brain Bleed
- Head Injury Bleed
- Intracranial Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- S065X9A: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness of unspecified duration, initial encounter
What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Berndtson typically perform?
As a Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Allison Berndtson may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
Please contact Dr. Berndtson's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Berndtson accept my insurance?
Dr. Berndtson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 543-5840 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Berndtson accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Berndtson 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
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Other Health Care Provider
Other Provider Networks
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Berndtson's office located?
Dr. Allison Berndtson's Primary Practice
200 W Arbor Dr
San Diego, CA 92103
(619) 543-5840
What is Dr. Berndtson's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Berndtson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1457518219.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Berndtson?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Berndtson
What is Dr. Allison Berndtson's specialty?
Dr. Berndtson is a Surgeon near San Diego, CA.
What does a Surgeon do?
General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery.
Is this Dr. Allison Berndtson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Berndtson is affiliated with Jacobs Medical Center At Uc San Diego Health, Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego, Sharp Memorial 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 Allison Berndtson accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Allison Berndtson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Allison Berndtson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Berndtson's office at (619) 543-5840 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Allison Berndtson?
Please contact Dr. Berndtson's office at (619) 543-5840 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Allison Berndtson have?
Dr. Allison Berndtson is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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