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Dr. Rebecca Ann Salness, MD

Pediatrician, Emergency Medicine Specialist

San Diego, CA

32 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

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

    Dr. Rebecca Ann Salness, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 32 years. Dr. Salness is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Salness’s office at (858) 966-7433.

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

    • Medical School: Sackler School of Medicine, Tel Aviv University,Ramat Aviv, Israel

    What languages does Dr. Salness speak?

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

    • English

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

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Salness 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. Salness. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Viral Intestinal Infection
    • Gastroenteritis
    • Viral Infection
    • Viral Gastroenteritis (Stomach Flu)
    • Viral stomach flu
    • Viral enteritis
    • Viral gut infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A084: Viral intestinal infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
    • Flu
    • Influenza with Breathing Problems
    • Flu with Cough
    • Severe Flu

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations
    • J111: Influenza due to unidentified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations

    Also known as:

    • Vomiting
    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Throwing up
    • Emesis
    • Puking
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1110: Vomiting, unspecified
    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Croup
    • Throat Disorder
    • Acute Laryngitis
    • Laryngotracheobronchitis
    • Barking Cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J050: Acute obstructive laryngitis [croup]

    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:

    • Asthma Flare-Up
    • Asthma
    • Asthma Attack
    • Acute Asthma Exacerbation
    • Worsening Asthma
    • Asthma Episode

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J45901: Unspecified asthma with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

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

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Rebecca Ann Salness may include:

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

    Does Dr. Salness accept my insurance?

    Dr. Salness accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 966-7433 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Salness in San Diego, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Capital Blue Cross

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Highmark Health

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Independence Health Group

    • Jefferson Health

    • Risant Health

    • State of Pennsylvania

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • UPMC Health System

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    Where is Dr. Salness' office located?

    Dr. Rebecca Ann Salness' Primary Practice

    3020 Childrens Way

    San Diego, CA 92123

    (858) 966-7433

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    Dr. Rebecca Ann Salness' Practice 2

    25500 Medical Center Dr

    Murrieta, CA 92562

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    What hospitals are Dr. Salness affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Salness has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    St. Christophers Hospital For Children,Philadelphia, PA

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

    Dr. Salness's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1710933346.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Salness?

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

    What is Dr. Rebecca Ann Salness's specialty?

    Dr. Salness 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. Rebecca Ann Salness affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Salness is affiliated with St. Mary Medical Center - Langhorne, Pa, Jefferson Bucks Hospital 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 Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatrician. 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 Dr. Rebecca Ann Salness accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Rebecca Ann Salness is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Rebecca Ann Salness offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Salness' office at (858) 966-7433 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Rebecca Ann Salness?

    Please contact Dr. Salness' office at (858) 966-7433 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Salness' office located?

    Dr. Salness' offices are located in San Diego, CA and Murrieta, CA.