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Who is Dr. Dalal, Pediatric Physiatrist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Pritha Dalal is a Pediatric Physiatrist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA. Dr. Dalal is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dalal’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dalal’s office at (858) 966-8974.
What languages does Dr. Dalal speak?
Dr. Dalal and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatric Physiatrist like Dr. Dalal typically treat?
As a Pediatric Physiatrist, Dr. Dalal 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. Dalal. 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:
- Cerebral Palsy
- Other Cerebral Palsy
- Spastic Quadriplegic Cerebral Palsy
- Spastic Diplegic Cerebral Palsy
- Spastic Hemiplegic Cerebral Palsy
- Paralysis
- CP
- Brain paralysis
- Childhood motor disorder
- Mixed Cerebral Palsy
- Atypical CP
- Unspecified Cerebral Palsy
- Quadriplegic CP
- Spastic CP affecting all limbs
- Four-limb spastic paralysis
- Spastic Diplegia
- CP with spastic diplegia
- Little's disease
- Hemiplegic CP
- Spastic CP affecting one side
- One-sided spastic paralysis
ICD-10 Codes:
- G809: Cerebral palsy, unspecified
- G808: Other cerebral palsy
- G800: Spastic quadriplegic cerebral palsy
- G801: Spastic diplegic cerebral palsy
- G802: Spastic hemiplegic cerebral palsy
Also known as:
- Chronic pain syndrome
- Chronic Pain
- Persistent pain syndrome
- Long-term pain condition
- Chronic widespread pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G894: Chronic pain syndrome
Also known as:
- Walking Problems
- Gait Abnormalities
- Difficulty Walking
- Unsteady Gait
- Balance Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R2689: Other abnormalities of gait and mobility
Also known as:
- Concussion
- Mild Traumatic Brain Injury
- Brain Concussion
- Head Concussion
ICD-10 Codes:
- S060X0A: Concussion without loss of consciousness, initial encounter
What procedures does a Pediatric Physiatrist like Dr. Dalal typically perform?
As a Pediatric Physiatrist, Dr. Dalal 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. Dalal. 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:
- Muscle Weakening Injection (Arm or Leg)
- Extremity Chemodenervation
- Spasticity Injection
- Botulinum Toxin Injection for Muscles
- Muscle Denervation
CPT Codes:
- 64642: Chemodenervation of one extremity; 1-4 muscle(s)
Also known as:
- Chemodenervation for Muscle Spasms (Additional Extremity)
- Chemical Nerve Block for Multiple Muscles (Arm/Leg)
- Chemical nerve block (extremity)
- Muscle spasm injection (additional limb)
- Botox for spasticity (additional)
- Nerve denervation (chemical)
- Extremity Chemodenervation
- Muscle Spasticity Treatment (Chemical)
- Botox for Muscle Spasms (Multiple Muscles)
CPT Codes:
- 64643: Chemodenervation of one extremity; each additional extremity, 1-4 muscle(s) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 64644: Chemodenervation of one extremity; 5 or more muscles
Also known as:
- Chemical Nerve Block for Muscle Spasms (Additional Extremity)
- Chemodenervation of Extremity Muscles
- Botox for Muscle Spasms (Additional Limb)
- Nerve-Blocking Injection for Spasticity
CPT Codes:
- 64645: Chemodenervation of one extremity; each additional extremity, 5 or more muscles (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Walking Short Leg Cast Application
- Below Knee Walking Cast
- Ambulatory Short Leg Cast
- Lower Leg Cast
- Foot and Ankle Cast
CPT Codes:
- 29425: Application of short leg cast (below knee to toes); walking or ambulatory type
Does Dr. Dalal accept my insurance?
Dr. Dalal accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 966-8974 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Dalal accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Dalal 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
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Inland Empire Health Plan
Kaiser Permanente
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Dalal's office located?
What is Dr. Dalal's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Dalal's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1609017532.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dalal?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Dalal
What is Dr. Pritha Dalal's specialty?
Dr. Dalal is a Pediatric Physiatrist near San Diego, CA.
What does a Pediatric Physiatrist do?
A physiatrist who employs an interdisciplinary approach to the prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and management of congenital and childhood-onset physical impairments. This specialist addresses related or secondary medical, physical, functional, psychosocial, and vocational limitations, with a focus on understanding the life course of disability. Trained in identifying functional capabilities, this physician selects the most effective rehabilitation intervention strategies while considering the continuum of care for their patients.
Is this Dr. Pritha Dalal affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Dalal is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Rady Childrens Hospital - San Diego, 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
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Is Pritha Dalal accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Pritha Dalal is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Pritha Dalal offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Dalal's office at (858) 966-8974 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Pritha Dalal?
Please contact Dr. Dalal's office at (858) 966-8974 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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Connect with DR. Dalal
Rady Childrens Specialists
3030 Childrens Way Ste 300
San Diego, CA 92123