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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Fisher, Neurologist in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Kirsten Fisher, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in La Jolla, CA. Dr. Fisher is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fisher’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fisher’s office at (858) 554-9100.
What languages does Dr. Fisher speak?
Dr. Fisher and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Neurologist like Dr. Fisher typically treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Fisher 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. Fisher. 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:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Hemorrhagic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
- Brain Bleed
- Cerebral Hemorrhage
- Intracranial Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
- I609: Nontraumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage, unspecified
Also known as:
- Transient Ischemic Attack
- Mini-Stroke
- Warning Stroke
ICD-10 Codes:
- G459: Transient cerebral ischemic attack, unspecified
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Narrowed Aortic Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Aortic Valve Stenosis
- Tight Aortic Valve
ICD-10 Codes:
- I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
Also known as:
- Brain disease (encephalopathy)
- Brain Disease
- Brain disorder
- Brain dysfunction
- Encephalopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified
What procedures does a Neurologist like Dr. Fisher typically perform?
As a Neurologist, procedures performed by Dr. Kirsten Fisher may include:
- Aging Brain (Neuropsychological Testing)
- Cortical Basal Ganglionic Degeneration (CBGD)
- Deep Brain Stimulation
- Disturbance of Skin Sensation
- Electroencephalogram (EEG)
- Evoked Potential Testing
- Gait Simulation
- Greater Occipital Nerve (GON) Block
Please contact Dr. Fisher's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Fisher accept my insurance?
Dr. Fisher accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 554-9100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Fisher accept in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Fisher in La Jolla, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
Blue Shield of California
Community Health Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Other Support Agencies/Consultants
Sharp HealthCare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Fisher's office located?
Dr. Kirsten Fisher's Primary Practice
10710 N Torrey Pines Rd
La Jolla, CA 92037
(858) 554-9100
What hospitals are Dr. Fisher affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Fisher has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla,La Jolla, CA
Ranked ObGyn Surgery
Ranked in 4 Procedures
Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla,La Jolla, CA
Ranked ObGyn Surgery
Ranked in 4 Procedures
Scripps Green Hospital,La Jolla, CA
Gold Standard Top Hospital
Ranked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 5 Procedures
Scripps Green Hospital,La Jolla, CA
Gold Standard Top Hospital
Ranked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 5 Procedures
Jacobs Medical Center At Uc San Diego Health,La Jolla, CARanked in 2 Procedures
Jacobs Medical Center At Uc San Diego Health,La Jolla, CA
Ranked in 2 Procedures
Kaiser Permanente San Diego Medical Center,San Diego, CARanked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 3 Procedures
Kaiser Permanente San Diego Medical Center,San Diego, CA
Ranked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 3 Procedures
Tri-City Medical Center,Oceanside, CARanked Colon Surgery
Tri-City Medical Center,Oceanside, CA
Ranked Colon Surgery
Sharp Memorial Hospital,San Diego, CARanked in 3 Procedures
Sharp Memorial Hospital,San Diego, CA
Ranked in 3 Procedures
What is Dr. Fisher's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Fisher's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1295231553.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fisher?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fisher
What is Dr. Kirsten Fisher's specialty?
Dr. Fisher is a Neurologist near La Jolla, CA.
What does a Neurologist do?
A neuropathologist is expert in the diagnosis of diseases of the nervous system and skeletal muscles and functions as a consultant primarily to neurologists and neurosurgeons. The neuropathologist is knowledgeable in the infirmities of humans as they affect the nervous and neuromuscular systems, be they degenerative, infectious, metabolic, immunologic, neoplastic, vascular or physical in nature.
Is Dr. Kirsten Fisher affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Fisher is affiliated with Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, Scripps Green Hospital, Jacobs Medical Center At Uc San Diego Health, Kaiser Permanente San Diego Medical Center, Tri-City Medical Center, 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 Dr. Kirsten Fisher accepting new patients in La Jolla, CA?
Yes, Dr. Kirsten Fisher is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kirsten Fisher offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Fisher's office at (858) 554-9100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Kirsten Fisher?
Please contact Dr. Fisher's office at (858) 554-9100 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Fisher's office located?
Dr. Fisher's office is located in La Jolla, CA.
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