32 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Krishel, Emergency Medicine Specialist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Scott Krishel, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA. He has been practicing for over 32 years and is board certified. Dr. Krishel completed his residency at Ucla Med Ctr/Ucla D Geffen Sch, Emergency Medicine; Maricopa Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine; Cedars-Sinai Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Krishel is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Krishel’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Krishel’s office at (858) 605-7171.
Where did Dr. Krishel go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: University California
Residency: Ucla Med Ctr/Ucla D Geffen Sch, Emergency Medicine; Maricopa Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine; Cedars-Sinai Med Ctr, General Surgery | Maricopa Integrated Health System
Medical School: Northwestern Uniiversity
Is Dr. Krishel board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Scott Krishel, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Krishel speak?
Dr. Krishel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Krishel typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Krishel 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. Krishel. 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Painful Urination
- Urine and Urination
- Dysuria
- Burning when peeing
- Stinging during urination
ICD-10 Codes:
- R300: Dysuria
Also known as:
- Tuberculosis Screening
- TB test
- PPD test
- Tuberculosis exposure check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z111: Encounter for screening for respiratory tuberculosis
Also known as:
- Acute Cough
- Cough
- Sudden cough
- Short-term cough
- New cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R051: Acute cough
Also known as:
- Skin Rash
- Rashes
- Skin Eruption
- Hives
- Dermatitis
- Skin Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- R21: Rash and other nonspecific skin eruption
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Krishel typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Scott Krishel may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Krishel's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Krishel accept my insurance?
Dr. Krishel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 605-7171 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Krishel accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Krishel 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 Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Centene Corporation
Medicare
OptumRx Administered Payer
Other Support Agencies/Consultants
Scripps Health
Texas Children's Hospital
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Krishel's office located?
Dr. Scott Krishel's Primary Practice
15004 Innovation Dr
San Diego, CA 92128
(858) 605-7171
What is Dr. Krishel's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Krishel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1194837138.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Krishel?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Krishel
What is Dr. Scott Krishel's specialty?
Dr. Krishel is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near San Diego, CA.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is this Dr. Scott Krishel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Krishel is affiliated with Scripps Green Hospital, Hca Houston Healthcare Conroe 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Scott Krishel accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Scott Krishel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Scott Krishel offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Krishel's office at (858) 605-7171 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Scott Krishel?
Please contact Dr. Krishel's office at (858) 605-7171 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Scott Krishel have?
Dr. Scott Krishel is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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