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Dr. John Crawford, MD

Pediatric Neurologist, Neurologist

San Diego, CA

18 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Crawford, Pediatric Neurologist in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. John Crawford, MD is a Pediatric Neurologist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA. He has been practicing for over 18 years. Dr. Crawford graduated from University of Massachusetts Med School and completed his residency at Children's National Med Center. Dr. Crawford is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Crawford’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Crawford’s office at (858) 966-5819.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Crawford?

    Dr. John Crawford, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatric Neurologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Crawford empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Brain Tumors, Neuro-Oncology, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the San Diego, CA community, Dr. Crawford is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: Children's National Med Center | Children's National Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: University of Massachusetts / Worcester Campus | University of Massachusetts Med School

    What languages does Dr. Crawford speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Pediatric Neurologist like Dr. Crawford typically treat?

    As a Pediatric Neurologist, Dr. Crawford 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. Crawford. 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:

    • Brain Tumor
    • Brain Cancer
    • Cerebral Tumor
    • Intracranial Tumor
    • Malignant Brain Tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C719: Malignant neoplasm of brain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Complex Partial Seizures
    • Epilepsy
    • Focal Impaired Awareness Seizures
    • Temporal Lobe Seizures
    • Psychomotor Seizures
    • Seizure disorder
    • Convulsive disorder
    • Falling sickness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G40209: Localization-related (focal) (partial) symptomatic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with complex partial seizures, not intractable, without status epilepticus
    • G40909: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, without status epilepticus

    Also known as:

    • Seizures
    • Epilepsy
    • Convulsions
    • Fits

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R569: Unspecified convulsions

    Also known as:

    • Autism
    • Autism Spectrum Disorder
    • Classic Autism
    • Kanner's Syndrome
    • Severe Autism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F840: Autistic disorder

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Involuntary Movements
    • Movement Disorder
    • Uncontrolled Body Movements
    • Dyskinesia
    • Tremors

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R259: Unspecified abnormal involuntary movements

    Also known as:

    • Child Development Problems
    • Child Development
    • Developmental concerns in children
    • Abnormal child development
    • Lack of normal development

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R6250: Unspecified lack of expected normal physiological development in childhood

    What procedures does a Pediatric Neurologist like Dr. Crawford typically perform?

    As a Pediatric Neurologist, procedures performed by Dr. John Crawford may include:

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

    Does Dr. Crawford accept my insurance?

    Dr. Crawford accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 966-5819 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

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

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Inland Empire

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Monarch HealthCare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Crawford's office located?

    Dr. John Crawford's Primary Practice

    8010 Frost St Ste 510

    San Diego, CA 92123

    (858) 966-5819

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    What hospitals are Dr. Crawford affiliated with?

    Dr. Crawford has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Children’s Health of Orange County (CHOC),Orange, CA

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

    Dr. Crawford's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1982790259.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Crawford?

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

    What is Dr. John Crawford's specialty?

    Dr. Crawford is a Pediatric Neurologist near San Diego, CA.

    What does a Pediatric Neurologist do?

    A Child Neurologist specializes in diagnosing and treating neurological disorders in newborns, infants, young children, and adolescents, with expertise in managing conditions specific to these developmental stages.

    Is Dr. John Crawford affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Crawford is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Children’s Health of Orange County (CHOC). 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 Pediatric Neurologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatric Neurologist. 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. John Crawford accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?

    Yes, Dr. John Crawford is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. John Crawford offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Crawford's office at (858) 966-5819 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. John Crawford?

    Please contact Dr. Crawford's office at (858) 966-5819 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Crawford's office located?

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