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Dr. Victoria Cartwright, MD

Dr. Victoria Cartwright, MD

San Diego, CA

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    Who is Dr. Cartwright, Pediatric Rheumatologist in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Victoria Cartwright, MD is a Pediatric Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Cartwright graduated from Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences F. Edward Hebert School of Medicine and completed her residency at Univ Of Wa Sch Of Med, Pediatric Rheumatology; Madigan Army Med Ctr, Pediatrics. Dr. Cartwright is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cartwright’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cartwright’s office at (858) 966-8082.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Cartwright?

    Dr. Victoria Cartwright, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatric Rheumatologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Cartwright empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Autoimmune Disease, Dermatomyositis, Juvenile Arthritis, Spondyloarthropathies, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the San Diego/CA community, Dr. Cartwright is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of Wa Sch Of Med, Pediatric Rheumatology; Madigan Army Med Ctr, Pediatrics | University of Washington School of Medicine Program

    • Medical School: Uniformed Services University of The Health Sciences,Bethesda | Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences F. Edward Hebert School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Cartwright board certified in Pediatric Rheumatologist?

    Yes, Dr. Victoria Cartwright, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Cartwright speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Cartwright treat?

    As a Pediatric Rheumatologist, Dr. Cartwright 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. Cartwright. 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:

    • Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
    • Long-Term Antimetabolite Use
    • Long-Term NSAID Use
    • Pain Relievers
    • Chronic medication use
    • Ongoing drug treatment
    • Extended drug therapy
    • Chronic antimetabolite therapy
    • Ongoing antimetabolite treatment
    • Antimetabolite drug use
    • Chronic NSAID therapy
    • Ongoing anti-inflammatory medication
    • NSAID pain relief

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
    • Z79631: Long term (current) use of antimetabolite agent
    • Z791: Long term (current) use of non-steroidal anti-inflammatories (NSAID)

    Also known as:

    • Pauciarticular Juvenile Arthritis
    • Juvenile Arthritis
    • Juvenile idiopathic arthritis
    • Rheumatoid arthritis
    • Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA)
    • Oligoarticular JIA
    • Few-joint juvenile arthritis
    • Childhood oligoarthritis
    • Childhood arthritis
    • JIA
    • Juvenile rheumatoid arthritis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M0840: Pauciarticular juvenile rheumatoid arthritis, unspecified site
    • M0809: Unspecified juvenile rheumatoid arthritis, multiple sites
    • M083: Juvenile rheumatoid polyarthritis (seronegative)
    • M0880: Other juvenile arthritis, unspecified site

    Also known as:

    • Long-term Immunosuppressive Biologic Use
    • Chronic biologic therapy
    • Taking biologic immunosuppressants
    • Biologic immune suppressants

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79620: Long term (current) use of immunosuppressive biologic

    Also known as:

    • Juvenile Dermatomyositis
    • Myositis
    • Childhood Dermatomyositis
    • JDM
    • Muscle and Skin Inflammation in Children

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M3300: Juvenile dermatomyositis, organ involvement unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Joint Pain
    • Joint Disorder
    • Pain
    • Arthralgia
    • Aching joints
    • Sore joints

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M2550: Pain in unspecified joint

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Disorder
    • Muscle condition
    • Muscle problem
    • Myopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M629: Disorder of muscle, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Depression Screening
    • Depression
    • Health Screening
    • Depression Test
    • Mental Health Check for Depression
    • Mood Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression

    Also known as:

    • Vasculitis
    • Blood Vessel Inflammation
    • ANCA Vasculitis
    • Angiitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I7782: Antineutrophilic cytoplasmic antibody [ANCA] vasculitis

    Also known as:

    • Fatigue
    • Tiredness
    • Lack of energy
    • Exhaustion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R5383: Other fatigue

    Also known as:

    • Long-term Systemic Steroid Use
    • Steroids
    • Chronic systemic corticosteroid use
    • Oral steroid therapy long-term
    • Systemic steroid medication

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7952: Long term (current) use of systemic steroids

    Also known as:

    • Right Knee Joint Swelling
    • Joint Disorder
    • Fluid in right knee joint
    • Right knee effusion
    • Swollen right knee joint

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25461: Effusion, right knee

    Also known as:

    • Linear Scleroderma
    • Scleroderma
    • Line scleroderma
    • Stripe scleroderma
    • Skin hardening in lines

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L941: Linear scleroderma

    Also known as:

    • Cancer Chemotherapy
    • Chemo treatment
    • Oncology chemotherapy
    • Cancer drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy

    Also known as:

    • Fluid in Left Knee Joint
    • Joint Disorder
    • Swollen Left Knee
    • Left Knee Effusion
    • Water on the Left Knee

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25462: Effusion, left knee

    Which procedures does Dr. Cartwright perform as a Pediatric Rheumatologist?

    As a Pediatric Rheumatologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Victoria Cartwright may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Cartwright's office.

    Does Dr. Cartwright accept my insurance?

    Dr. Cartwright accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 966-8082 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Cartwright accept in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Cartwright 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

    • Blue Shield of California

    • CareOregon

    • Centene

    • Inland Empire

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Molina

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • UnitedHealthcare

    • Yamhill Community Care

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    Where is Dr. Cartwright's office located?

    Dr. Victoria Cartwright's Primary Practice

    3030 Childrens Way

    San Diego, CA 92123

    (858) 966-8082

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    Dr. Victoria Cartwright's Practice 2

    501 N Graham St Ste 315

    Portland, OR 97227

    (503) 413-3939

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    Dr. Victoria Cartwright's Practice 3

    2801 N Gantenbein Ave

    Portland, OR 97227

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

    Dr. Cartwright's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1174591747.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cartwright?

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

    What is Dr. Victoria Cartwright's specialty?

    Dr. Cartwright is a Pediatric Rheumatologist near San Diego, CA. A pediatrician specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. A pediatric rheumatologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common athletic injuries, and collagen diseases. Contact Dr. Cartwright to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Victoria Cartwright affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Cartwright is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Randall Children's Hospital at Legacy Emanuel. 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 Rheumatologist?

    Explore Pediatric Rheumatologist with 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 Victoria Cartwright accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Victoria Cartwright is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Victoria Cartwright offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Cartwright's office at (858) 966-8082 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Victoria Cartwright?

    Please contact Dr. Cartwright's office at (858) 966-8082 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Victoria Cartwright have?

    Dr. Victoria Cartwright is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.

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