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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lewis, Anesthesiologist in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Scott Lewis, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in La Jolla, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Lewis is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lewis’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lewis’s office at (800) 926-8273.
What languages does Dr. Lewis speak?
Dr. Lewis and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Lewis typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Scott Lewis may include:
- Airway Management
- Anesthesia Consultation
- Anti-Ischemic Therapy
- Anti-Viral Therapy
- Arterial Blood Gas Sampling
- Balloon Pump
- Critical Care Anesthesia
- Endotracheal Intubation
Please contact Dr. Lewis' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Lewis accept my insurance?
Dr. Lewis accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (800) 926-8273 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lewis accept in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Lewis in La Jolla, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Territories
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
HealthRight Group
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
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Where is Dr. Lewis' office located?
What is Dr. Lewis's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lewis's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1326627860.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lewis?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lewis
What is Dr. Scott Lewis's specialty?
Dr. Lewis is a 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 this Dr. Scott Lewis affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lewis 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
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Is Scott Lewis accepting new patients in La Jolla, CA?
Yes, Dr. Scott Lewis is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Scott Lewis offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lewis's office at (800) 926-8273 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Scott Lewis?
Please contact Dr. Lewis's office at (800) 926-8273 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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