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42 Years of Experience
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Who is Dr. Short, Pediatrician in La Mesa, CA?
Dr. Richard Short, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in La Mesa, CA. He has been practicing for over 42 years and is board certified. Dr. Short graduated from University of California and completed his residency at Univ Ca Irvine Med Ctr, Pediatrics. Dr. Short is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Short’s office at (619) 464-6434.
Where did Dr. Short go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Ca Irvine Med Ctr, Pediatrics
Medical School: University of Ca, San Diego, Sch of Med, La Jolla Ca | University of California
Is Dr. Short board certified as a Pediatrician?
Yes, Dr. Richard Short, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Short speak?
Dr. Short and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Short typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Short 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. Short. 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:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Routine child exam with issues
- Pediatric checkup with concerns
- Child wellness visit with abnormal results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Blood and Immune System Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- Blood Disorder Check
- Immune System Check-up
- Hematologic Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z130: Encounter for screening for diseases of the blood and blood-forming organs and certain disorders involving the immune mechanism
Also known as:
- Depression Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Global Developmental Delay Screening
- Health Screening
- Comprehensive Developmental Screening
- Milestone Delay Screening
- Overall Child Development Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1342: Encounter for screening for global developmental delays (milestones)
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Short typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Short 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. Short. 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:
- Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
- Benign Skin Growth Destruction
- Skin Lesion Excision
- Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
- Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions
CPT Codes:
- 17110: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), of benign lesions other than skin tags or cutaneous vascular proliferative lesions; up to 14 lesions
Does Dr. Short accept my insurance?
Dr. Short accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 464-6434 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Short accept in La Mesa, CA?
Dr. Short in La Mesa, 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
Sharp HealthCare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Short's office located?
Dr. Richard Short's Primary Practice
8881 Fletcher Pkwy Ste 200
La Mesa, CA 91942
(619) 464-6434
What is Dr. Short's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Short's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1568552727.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Short?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Short
What is Dr. Richard Short's specialty?
Dr. Short is a Pediatrician near La Mesa, 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 this Dr. Richard Short affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Short is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Rady Childrens Hospital - San Diego. 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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Is Richard Short accepting new patients in La Mesa, CA?
Yes, Dr. Richard Short is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Short offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Short's office at (619) 464-6434 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Short?
Please contact Dr. Short's office at (619) 464-6434 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Short have?
Dr. Richard Short is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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