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Dr. Pia Pannaraj, MD
San Diego, CA
18 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Pannaraj, Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Pia Pannaraj, MD is a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 18 years. Dr. Pannaraj graduated from University of California and completed her residency at Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, Pediatrics. Dr. Pannaraj is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pannaraj’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pannaraj’s office at (858) 966-7785.
Where did Dr. Pannaraj go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, Pediatrics
Medical School: University of Ca, San Diego, Sch of Med, La Jolla Ca | University of California
What languages does Dr. Pannaraj speak?
Dr. Pannaraj and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Pannaraj treat?
As a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist, Dr. Pannaraj 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. Pannaraj. 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:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Blood Infection
- Sepsis
- Bacteremia
- Bacteria in blood
- Bloodstream infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7881: Bacteremia
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Low Neutrophil Count
- Blood Disorder
- Neutropenia
- Low white blood cell count
- Neutrophil deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D709: Neutropenia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Bacterial Infection
- Bacterial Disease
- Germ Infection
- Microbial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A498: Other bacterial infections of unspecified site
Which procedures does Dr. Pannaraj perform as a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist?
As a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Pia Pannaraj may include:
- Epidemiology Consultation
- Epidemiology Follow Up
- HIV / AIDS Consultation
- HIV / AIDS Follow Up
- Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccine
- Infection Follow Up
- Lumbar Puncture
- Pertussis Vaccine
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Pannaraj's office.
Does Dr. Pannaraj accept my insurance?
Dr. Pannaraj accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 966-7785 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pannaraj accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Pannaraj 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
CalOptima
Centene
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Kaiser Permanente
State of California
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Pannaraj's office located?
Dr. Pia Pannaraj's Primary Practice
3030 Childrens Way
San Diego, CA 92123
(858) 966-7785
What is Dr. Pannaraj's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pannaraj's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1942478524.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pannaraj?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pannaraj
What is Dr. Pia Pannaraj's specialty?
Dr. Pannaraj is a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist near San Diego, CA. A pediatrician trained in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of infectious diseases in children. This specialist utilizes their expertise to improve outcomes for pediatric infections, particularly those with complicated courses, underlying conditions that increase the risk of unusual or severe infections, ambiguous diagnoses, rare diseases, and complex or investigational treatments. Contact Dr. Pannaraj to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Pia Pannaraj affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Pannaraj is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Rady Childrens Hospital - San Diego, Rady Childrens Hospital - San Diego, Childrens Hospital Los Angeles. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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
Where can I learn more about Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist?
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Is Pia Pannaraj accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Pia Pannaraj is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Pia Pannaraj offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pannaraj's office at (858) 966-7785 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Pia Pannaraj?
Please contact Dr. Pannaraj's office at (858) 966-7785 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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