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Dr. Dikran Nalbandian, MD

Anesthesiologist

San Diego, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Nalbandian, Anesthesiologist in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Dikran Nalbandian, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA. Dr. Nalbandian is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nalbandian’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nalbandian’s office at (310) 267-8655.

    What languages does Dr. Nalbandian speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Nalbandian typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Nalbandian 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. Nalbandian. 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 pain after medical procedure
    • Pain
    • Acute post-operative pain
    • Pain after surgery
    • Post-procedural pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Nalbandian typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Nalbandian performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Nalbandian. 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:

    • Abdominal Wall Nerve Block (TAP Block)
    • TAP block
    • Transversus abdominis plane block
    • Rectus sheath block
    • Abdominal pain injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 64488: Transversus abdominis plane (TAP) block (abdominal plane block, rectus sheath block) bilateral; by injections (includes imaging guidance, when performed)

    Does Dr. Nalbandian accept my insurance?

    Dr. Nalbandian accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 267-8655 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Nalbandian 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 Territories

    • Astiva Health

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Imperial Health Holdings

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Scripps Health

    • Sharp HealthCare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Nalbandian's office located?

    Dr. Dikran Nalbandian's Primary Practice

    3626 Ruffin Rd

    San Diego, CA 92123

    (310) 267-8655

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

    Dr. Nalbandian's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1750969291.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nalbandian?

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

    What is Dr. Dikran Nalbandian's specialty?

    Dr. Nalbandian is an Anesthesiologist near San Diego, CA.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

    Is Dr. Dikran Nalbandian affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Nalbandian is affiliated with Sharp Memorial Hospital, Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center, Sharp Grossmont Hospital, Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego, Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas 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

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    Is Dr. Dikran Nalbandian accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Dikran Nalbandian is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Dikran Nalbandian offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Nalbandian's office at (310) 267-8655 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Dikran Nalbandian?

    Please contact Dr. Nalbandian's office at (310) 267-8655 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Nalbandian's office located?

    Dr. Nalbandian's office is located in San Diego, CA.