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Dr. Elsie Bigelow, MD

Anesthesiologist

La Jolla, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Bigelow, Anesthesiologist in La Jolla, CA?

    Dr. Elsie Bigelow, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in La Jolla, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Bigelow is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bigelow’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bigelow’s office at (619) 543-5297.

    What languages does Dr. Bigelow speak?

    Dr. Bigelow and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Bigelow typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Bigelow 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. Bigelow. 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

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Bigelow typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Elsie Bigelow may include:

    Please contact Dr. Bigelow's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Bigelow accept my insurance?

    Dr. Bigelow accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 543-5297 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Bigelow accept in La Jolla, CA?

    Dr. Bigelow in La Jolla, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Sharp HealthCare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Bigelow's office located?

    Dr. Elsie Bigelow's Primary Practice

    9300 Campus Point Dr

    La Jolla, CA 92037

    (619) 543-5297

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    Dr. Elsie Bigelow's Practice 2

    200 W Arbor Dr

    San Diego, CA 92103

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    Dr. Elsie Bigelow's Practice 3

    6655 Alvarado Rd

    San Diego, CA 92120

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    What is Dr. Bigelow's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Bigelow's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1215565114.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bigelow?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bigelow

    What is Dr. Elsie Bigelow's specialty?

    Dr. Bigelow is an Anesthesiologist near La Jolla, 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 Dr. Elsie Bigelow affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Bigelow is affiliated with Jacobs Medical Center At Uc San Diego Health which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 an Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Anesthesiologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Elsie Bigelow accepting new patients in La Jolla, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Elsie Bigelow is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Elsie Bigelow offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Bigelow's office at (619) 543-5297 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Elsie Bigelow?

    Please contact Dr. Bigelow's office at (619) 543-5297 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Bigelow's office located?

    Dr. Bigelow's offices are located in La Jolla, CA and San Diego, CA.