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Who is Dr. Patton-Ku, Pediatric Gastroenterologist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Dana Patton-Ku, MD is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA. She is board certified. Dr. Patton-Ku is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Patton-Ku’s office at (858) 966-4003.
What languages does Dr. Patton-Ku speak?
Dr. Patton-Ku and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Patton-Ku treat?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Patton-Ku 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. Patton-Ku. 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.
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acid Reflux
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
Also known as:
- Crohn's Disease Affecting Small and Large Intestines
- Crohn's Disease
- Crohn's Disease of the Small Intestine
- Crohn’s Disease
- Panenteric Crohn's Disease
- Crohn's of Both Bowels', 'Generalized Crohn's Disease
- Regional Enteritis
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
- Terminal Ileitis
- Ileitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5080: Crohn's disease of both small and large intestine without complications
- K5090: Crohn's disease, unspecified, without complications
- K5000: Crohn's disease of small intestine without complications
Also known as:
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome
- Spastic Colon
- Functional Bowel Disorder
- IBS
ICD-10 Codes:
- K589: Irritable bowel syndrome, unspecified
Also known as:
- Ulcerative Colitis
- Colitis
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
- Chronic Colitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5190: Ulcerative colitis, unspecified, without complications
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Digestive Disease
- Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
- Non-Bacterial Colitis
- Gut Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Eosinophilic Esophagitis
- EoE
- Allergic Esophagitis
- Eosinophilic Inflammation of Esophagus
ICD-10 Codes:
- K200: Eosinophilic esophagitis
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Celiac Disease
- Gluten-Sensitive Enteropathy
- Sprue
- Coeliac Disease
- Gluten Intolerance
ICD-10 Codes:
- K900: Celiac disease
Also known as:
- Vomiting
- Nausea
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Throwing up
- Emesis
- Puking
- Feeling Sick to Stomach
- Queasiness
- Upset Stomach
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1110: Vomiting, unspecified
- R110: Nausea
Also known as:
- Bowel Incontinence in Children
- Bowel Incontinence
- Encopresis
- Fecal Incontinence in Children
- Soiling
ICD-10 Codes:
- F981: Encopresis not due to a substance or known physiological condition
Also known as:
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Swallowing Disorder
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Painful swallowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abnormal Liver Function Test
- Liver Disease
- Irregular Liver Function Study
- Unusual Liver Exam
- Liver Disease Diagnosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- R945: Abnormal results of liver function studies
Also known as:
- Diarrhea
- Loose stools
- Runny poop
- Frequent bowel movements
ICD-10 Codes:
- R197: Diarrhea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic Stomach Inflammation
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastritis & Gastropathy
- Chronic gastritis
- Long-term stomach inflammation
- Persistent stomach lining inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2950: Unspecified chronic gastritis without bleeding
Also known as:
- Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
- Colonic Polyps
- Familial adenomatous polyposis
- FAP
- Familial polyposis coli
- Adenomatous polyposis
ICD-10 Codes:
- D1391: Familial adenomatous polyposis
Which procedures does Dr. Patton-Ku perform as a Pediatric Gastroenterologist?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Dana Patton-Ku may include:
- Colonoscopy
- Colonoscopy Consultation
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Endoscopy / Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Gastric Balloon
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Consultation
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Patton-Ku's office.
Does Dr. Patton-Ku accept my insurance?
Dr. Patton-Ku accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 966-4003 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Patton-Ku accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Patton-Ku 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 Third Party
Community Health Group
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Health Plan of San Joaquin
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Where is Dr. Patton-Ku's office located?
Dr. Dana Patton-Ku's Primary Practice
8110 Birmingham Way
San Diego, CA 92123
(858) 966-4003
What is Dr. Patton-Ku's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Patton-Ku's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1093955247.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Patton-Ku?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Patton-Ku
What is Dr. Dana Patton-Ku's specialty?
Dr. Patton-Ku is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist near San Diego, CA. A pediatrician specializing in diagnosing and treating digestive system diseases in infants, children, and adolescents. This expert manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice and is skilled in performing complex diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopic techniques to visualize internal organs. Contact Dr. Patton-Ku to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Dana Patton-Ku affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Patton-Ku is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente San Diego Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
Where can I learn more about Pediatric Gastroenterologist?
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Is Dana Patton-Ku accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Dana Patton-Ku is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Dana Patton-Ku offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Patton-Ku's office at (858) 966-4003 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dana Patton-Ku?
Please contact Dr. Patton-Ku's office at (858) 966-4003 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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