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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shechter, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Chula Vista, CA?
Dr. Jesse Shechter, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Chula Vista, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Shechter is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shechter’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shechter’s office at (305) 299-4832.
What languages does Dr. Shechter speak?
Dr. Shechter and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Shechter typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Shechter 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. Shechter. 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 Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Arrhythmia
- Irregular heartbeat
- Heart rhythm disorder
- Cardiac dysrhythmia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I499: Cardiac arrhythmia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Shechter typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Jesse Shechter 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. Shechter's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Shechter accept my insurance?
Dr. Shechter accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (305) 299-4832 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shechter accept in Chula Vista, CA?
Dr. Shechter in Chula Vista, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Other Health Care Provider
Other Support Agencies/Consultants
Rady Childrens Hospital-San Diego
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Shechter's office located?
What is Dr. Shechter's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shechter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1861947012.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shechter?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shechter
What is Dr. Jesse Shechter's specialty?
Dr. Shechter is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Chula Vista, 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. Jesse Shechter affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shechter is affiliated with Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego, Jacobs Medical Center At Uc San Diego Health, Kaiser Permanente San Diego Medical Center, Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center, Scripps Green 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Jesse Shechter accepting new patients in Chula Vista, CA?
Yes, Dr. Jesse Shechter is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jesse Shechter offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shechter's office at (305) 299-4832 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jesse Shechter?
Please contact Dr. Shechter's office at (305) 299-4832 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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