Dr. Carla Demeterco-Berggren, MD
San Diego, CA
30 Years of Experience
Who is Dr. Demeterco-Berggren, Pediatrician in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Carla Demeterco-Berggren, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified. Dr. Demeterco-Berggren graduated from Federal University of Parana and completed her residency at University of California, San Diego (UCSD) Affiliated Hospitals. Dr. Demeterco-Berggren is fluent in English, Portuguese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Demeterco-Berggren’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Demeterco-Berggren’s office at (858) 966-4032.
Where did Dr. Demeterco-Berggren go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: University of California San Diego-Hospital
Residency: University of California, San Diego (UCSD) Affiliated Hospitals
Medical School: Universidade Federal Do Parana | Federal University of Parana | Kazan Federal University Institute of Fundamental Medicine and Biology
Is Dr. Demeterco-Berggren board certified as a Pediatrician?
Yes, Dr. Carla Demeterco-Berggren, MD is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology
What languages does Dr. Demeterco-Berggren speak?
Dr. Demeterco-Berggren and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Portuguese
Spanish
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Demeterco-Berggren typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Demeterco-Berggren 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. Demeterco-Berggren. 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:
- Type 1 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 1
- Type 1 diabetes
- Diabetes Tests & Diagnosis
- Juvenile Diabetes
- Insulin-Dependent Diabetes
- T1D
ICD-10 Codes:
- E109: Type 1 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Short Stature in Children
- Growth Disorder
- Child Growth Problems
- Dwarfism
- Growth Retardation
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6252: Short stature (child)
Also known as:
- Underactive Pituitary Gland
- Pituitary Disorder
- Combined pituitary hormone deficiency
- Isolated growth hormone deficiency
- Hypopituitarism
- Pituitary Hormone Deficiency
- Low Pituitary Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E230: Hypopituitarism
Also known as:
- Hashimoto's Disease
- Thyroid Disease
- Hashimoto's disease
- Autoimmune thyroiditis
- Chronic lymphocytic thyroiditis
- Hashimoto's thyroiditis
ICD-10 Codes:
- E063: Autoimmune thyroiditis
Also known as:
- Early Puberty
- Puberty
- Central precocious puberty
- Precocious puberty
- Puberty at a young age
ICD-10 Codes:
- E301: Precocious puberty
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Congenital Hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Underactive Thyroid at Birth
- Neonatal Hypothyroidism
ICD-10 Codes:
- E031: Congenital hypothyroidism without goiter
Also known as:
- Obese Child (BMI at or above 95th percentile)
- Body Weight
- Childhood obesity
- Pediatric high BMI
- Overweight child BMI
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6854: Body mass index [BMI] pediatric, 95th percentile for age to less than 120% of the 95th percentile for age
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Demeterco-Berggren typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Carla Demeterco-Berggren may include:
- 12 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 15 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 18 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 1 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 24 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Week Well Baby Checkup
- 30 Month Well-Baby Checkup
Please contact Dr. Demeterco-Berggren's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Demeterco-Berggren accept my insurance?
Dr. Demeterco-Berggren accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 966-4032 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Demeterco-Berggren accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Demeterco-Berggren 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
Cigna Group
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. Demeterco-Berggren's office located?
Dr. Carla Demeterco-Berggren's Primary Practice
8110 Birmingham Way Bldg 28
San Diego, CA 92123
(858) 966-4032
What is Dr. Demeterco-Berggren's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Demeterco-Berggren's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1619130655.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Demeterco-Berggren?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Demeterco-Berggren
What is Dr. Carla Demeterco-Berggren's specialty?
Dr. Demeterco-Berggren is a Pediatrician near San Diego, CA.
What does a Pediatrician do?
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.
Is this Dr. Carla Demeterco-Berggren affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Demeterco-Berggren 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
When to see a Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Carla Demeterco-Berggren accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Carla Demeterco-Berggren is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Carla Demeterco-Berggren offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Demeterco-Berggren's office at (858) 966-4032 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Carla Demeterco-Berggren?
Please contact Dr. Demeterco-Berggren's office at (858) 966-4032 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Carla Demeterco-Berggren have?
Dr. Carla Demeterco-Berggren is certified by the American Board of Dermatology.
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