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Dr. Erik Ames, MD
Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist
,Hematopathologist
,Immunopathologist
,Clinical Pathologist
San Diego, CA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ames, Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Erik Ames, MD is an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Ames is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ames’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ames’s office at (858) 249-6753.
What languages does Dr. Ames speak?
Dr. Ames and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Ames treat?
As a Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, Dr. Ames 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. Ames. 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:
- Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia
- Acute Myeloid Leukemia
- Acute Myeloid Leukemia in Remission
- Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia in Remission
- Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia
- Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia
- Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia Treatment (PDQ®)
- ALL
- Acute lymphocytic leukemia
- Lymphoblastic leukemia
- AML Leukemia
- Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia
- Acute Myelogenous Leukemia
- AML Leukemia in Remission
- Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia in Remission
- Acute Myelogenous Leukemia in Remission
- ALL Leukemia in Remission
- Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia in Remission
- Childhood Leukemia in Remission
- CLL
- B-cell chronic lymphocytic leukemia
- Lymphocytic leukemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9100: Acute lymphoblastic leukemia not having achieved remission
- C9200: Acute myeloblastic leukemia, not having achieved remission
- C9201: Acute myeloblastic leukemia, in remission
- C9101: Acute lymphoblastic leukemia, in remission
- C9110: Chronic lymphocytic leukemia of B-cell type not having achieved remission
Also known as:
- Lymphocytosis
- High White Blood Cell Count
- Low Neutrophil Count
- Low White Blood Cell Count
- Blood Disorder
- High lymphocyte count
- Elevated lymphocytes
- Lymphocyte increase
- Leukocytosis
- Elevated leukocyte count
- High WBC count
- Neutropenia
- Low white blood cell count
- Neutrophil deficiency
- Leukopenia
- Low WBC count
- Immune system weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- D72820: Lymphocytosis (symptomatic)
- D72829: Elevated white blood cell count, unspecified
- D709: Neutropenia, unspecified
- D72819: Decreased white blood cell count, unspecified
Also known as:
- Multiple Myeloma
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ®)
- Active multiple myeloma
- Untreated multiple myeloma
- Plasma cell myeloma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9000: Multiple myeloma not having achieved remission
Also known as:
- Blood Cell Tumor of Uncertain Behavior
- Monoclonal Gammopathy
- Blood and Bone Marrow Disorder
- Blood Disorder
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ)
- Bone Marrow Disease
- Lymphoid Tissue Tumor
- Hematopoietic Neoplasm
- Uncertain Blood Tumor
- MGUS
- Plasma Cell Disorder
- Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance
- Hematologic Conditions
- Diseases of Blood-Forming Organs
ICD-10 Codes:
- D479: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of lymphoid, hematopoietic and related tissue, unspecified
- D472: Monoclonal gammopathy
- D7589: Other specified diseases of blood and blood-forming organs
Also known as:
- Localized Swollen Lymph Nodes
- Widespread Swollen Lymph Nodes
- Enlarged glands in one area
- Local lymphadenopathy
- Swollen glands
- Generalized lymphadenopathy
- Multiple swollen glands
- Body-wide enlarged lymph nodes
ICD-10 Codes:
- R590: Localized enlarged lymph nodes
- R591: Generalized enlarged lymph nodes
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Thrombocytopenia
- Platelet Disorder
- Low platelet count
- Platelet deficiency
- Bleeding disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- D696: Thrombocytopenia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Myelodysplastic Syndrome
- Myelodysplastic Syndromes
- Myelodysplastic Syndromes Treatment (PDQ®)
- MDS
- Preleukemia
- Bone marrow failure disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- D469: Myelodysplastic syndrome, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Types of Pancytopenia
- Blood Disorder
- Rare pancytopenia
- Uncommon low blood counts
- Bone marrow failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- D61818: Other pancytopenia
Also known as:
- Diffuse Large B-cell Lymphoma
- Lymphoma
- DLBCL
- Aggressive B-cell Lymphoma
- Diffuse B-cell Lymphoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C8330: Diffuse large B-cell lymphoma, unspecified site
Which procedures does Dr. Ames perform as a Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist?
As a Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Erik Ames may include:
- Ancillary Testing
- Blood Sample
- Blood Smear
- Blood Sugar / Plasma Glucose Test
- Bone Pathology
- Chemical Pathology Consultation
- Chemical Pathology Follow Up
- Electrolyte Test / PH Imbalance
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Ames' office.
Does Dr. Ames accept my insurance?
Dr. Ames accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 249-6753 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ames accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Ames 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
Central California Alliance for Health
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
OptumRx
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Ames' office located?
What is Dr. Ames's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ames's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1205294204.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ames?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ames
What is Dr. Erik Ames's specialty?
Dr. Ames is a Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist near San Diego, CA. A pathologist focuses on the causes and nature of diseases, contributing to diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment by applying knowledge from biological, chemical, and physical sciences in the laboratory. They utilize microscopic examinations of tissue specimens, cells, and body fluids, along with clinical laboratory tests on fluids and secretions, to diagnose, exclude, or monitor diseases. Contact Dr. Ames to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Erik Ames affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ames is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital, Jacobs Medical Center At Uc San Diego Health 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 Erik Ames accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Erik Ames is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Erik Ames offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ames's office at (858) 249-6753 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Erik Ames?
Please contact Dr. Ames's office at (858) 249-6753 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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