Dr. Katherine Tygart, MD

San Diego, CA

Accepting patients

Who is Dr. Tygart, Pediatrician in San Diego, CA?

Dr. Katherine Tygart, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA. Dr. Tygart is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tygart’s office at (858) 966-6764.

What languages does Dr. Tygart speak?

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

English

What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Tygart typically treat?

As a Pediatrician, Dr. Tygart 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. Tygart. 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:

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:

Dehydration
Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
Lack of Fluids
Fluid Loss
Body Water Depletion

ICD-10 Codes:

E860: Dehydration

What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Tygart typically perform?

As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Katherine Tygart may include:

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

Does Dr. Tygart accept my insurance?

Dr. Tygart accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 966-6764 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

Dr. Tygart 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 Commercial
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
City of Los Angeles
HealthSmart
Kern Health Systems
MHH Healthcare
Other Provider Networks
State of California
UnitedHealth Group

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Where is Dr. Tygart's office located?

Dr. Katherine Tygart's Primary Practice

3020 Childrens Way # 5124

San Diego, CA 92123

(858) 966-6764

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What hospitals are Dr. Tygart affiliated with?

Dr. Tygart has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

Childrens Hospital Los Angeles,Los Angeles, CA

Dignity Health - Northridge Hospital Medical Center,Northridge, CA

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

Dr. Tygart's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1528696838.

What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tygart?

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

What is Dr. Katherine Tygart's specialty?

Dr. Tygart is a Pediatrician near San Diego, CA.

What does a Pediatrician do?

A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.

Is Dr. Katherine Tygart affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

No, Dr. Tygart is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Childrens Hospital Los Angeles, Dignity Health - Northridge Hospital Medical Center. 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

When to see a Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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