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Dr. Paul Ishimine, MD

Dr. Paul Ishimine, MD

La Jolla, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ishimine, Pediatric Emergency Specialist in La Jolla, CA?

    Dr. Paul Ishimine, MD is a Pediatric Emergency Specialist, who primarily practices in La Jolla, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Ishimine graduated from UC Irvine, School of Medicine, Irvine and completed his residency at University of Pittsburgh Medical Center. Dr. Ishimine is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ishimine’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ishimine’s office at (619) 657-7000.

    Where did Dr. Ishimine go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Fellowship: Children's Hospital of Philadelphia

    • Residency: University of Pittsburgh Medical Center

    • Medical School: UC Irvine, School of Medicine, Irvine | University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine | Children's Hospital, Philadelphia | Associate Professor of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Ishimine speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Pediatric Emergency Specialist like Dr. Ishimine typically treat?

    As a Pediatric Emergency Specialist, Dr. Ishimine 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. Ishimine. 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:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    What procedures does a Pediatric Emergency Specialist like Dr. Ishimine typically perform?

    As a Pediatric Emergency Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Paul Ishimine may include:

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

    Does Dr. Ishimine accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ishimine accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 657-7000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Ishimine 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 Third Party

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • Community Health Group

    • Humana

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Ishimine's office located?

    Dr. Paul Ishimine's Primary Practice

    9300 Campus Point Dr

    La Jolla, CA 92037

    (619) 657-7000

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    Dr. Paul Ishimine's Practice 2

    3020 Childrens Way

    San Diego, CA 92123

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    Dr. Paul Ishimine's Practice 3

    200 W Arbor Dr

    San Diego, CA 92103

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

    Dr. Ishimine's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1437184421.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ishimine?

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

    What is Dr. Paul Ishimine's specialty?

    Dr. Ishimine is a Pediatric Emergency Specialist near La Jolla, CA.

    What does a Pediatric Emergency Specialist do?

    Pediatric Emergency Medicine is a clinical subspecialty dedicated to the care of acutely ill or injured children in the emergency department setting.

    Is this Dr. Paul Ishimine affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ishimine is affiliated with Jacobs Medical Center At Uc San Diego Health, Sharp Memorial Hospital, Tri-City Medical Center, Palomar Medical Center Escondido, Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas, Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center 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

    When to see a Pediatric Emergency Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatric Emergency Specialist. 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 Paul Ishimine accepting new patients in La Jolla, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Paul Ishimine is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Paul Ishimine offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ishimine's office at (619) 657-7000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Paul Ishimine?

    Please contact Dr. Ishimine's office at (619) 657-7000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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