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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Jolly, Pediatrician in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Desmond Jolly, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Jolly is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Jolly’s office at (858) 966-6764.
Where did Dr. Jolly go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: UNIVERSITY OF CA SAN DIEGO SCH OF MEDICINE
Is Dr. Jolly board certified as a Pediatrician?
Yes, Dr. Desmond Jolly, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Jolly speak?
Dr. Jolly and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Jolly typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Jolly 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. Jolly. 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:
- ADHD, Combined Type
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
- Combined ADHD
- Typical ADHD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F902: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, combined type
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Newborn Checkup (Under 8 Days Old)
- Baby Health Checkup
- Infant and Newborn Care
- Early infant health exam
- First week baby checkup
- Post-delivery newborn exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00110: Health examination for newborn under 8 days old
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
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Jolly typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Desmond Jolly may include:
- 12 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 15 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 18 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 1 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 24 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Week Well Baby Checkup
- 30 Month Well-Baby Checkup
Please contact Dr. Jolly's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Jolly accept my insurance?
Dr. Jolly accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 966-6764 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Jolly accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Jolly 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
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
Molina Healthcare
OptumRx Administered Payer
Other Provider Networks
Scripps Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Jolly's office located?
Dr. Desmond Jolly's Primary Practice
3811 Valley Centre Dr
San Diego, CA 92130
(858) 966-6764
What is Dr. Jolly's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Jolly's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063652162.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Jolly?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Jolly
What is Dr. Desmond Jolly's specialty?
Dr. Jolly is a Pediatrician near San Diego, 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. Desmond Jolly affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Jolly is affiliated with Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, Scripps Green Hospital, Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego 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 a Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Desmond Jolly accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Desmond Jolly is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Desmond Jolly offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Jolly's office at (858) 966-6764 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Desmond Jolly?
Please contact Dr. Jolly's office at (858) 966-6764 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Desmond Jolly have?
Dr. Desmond Jolly is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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