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Dr. Toluwalase Ajayi, MD

Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist, Pediatrician

San Diego, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ajayi, Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Toluwalase Ajayi, MD is a Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Ajayi is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ajayi’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ajayi’s office at (800) 926-8273.

    What languages does Dr. Ajayi speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ajayi typically treat?

    As a Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist, Dr. Ajayi 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. Ajayi. 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:

    • Palliative Care
    • Comfort care
    • Supportive care
    • Symptom management care

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z515: Encounter for palliative care

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    What procedures does a Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ajayi typically perform?

    As a Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Toluwalase Ajayi may include:

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

    Does Dr. Ajayi accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ajayi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (800) 926-8273 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Ajayi 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 Territories

    • Community Health Group

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other Provider Networks

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Ajayi's office located?

    Dr. Toluwalase Ajayi's Primary Practice

    200 W Arbor Dr

    San Diego, CA 92103

    (800) 926-8273

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    Mc5064

    3020 Childrens Way

    San Diego, CA 92123

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    Dr. Toluwalase Ajayi's Practice 3

    435 H St

    Chula Vista, CA 91910

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    What hospitals are Dr. Ajayi affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Ajayi has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Rady Childrens Hospital - San Diego,San Diego, CA

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

    Dr. Ajayi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1316175912.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ajayi?

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

    What is Dr. Toluwalase Ajayi's specialty?

    Dr. Ajayi is a Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist near San Diego, CA.

    What does a Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist do?

    A pediatrician who has special knowledge and experience in preventing and relieving the suffering of patients with life-limiting illnesses. This pediatrician is responsible to collaborate with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team in order to enhance the quality of life. They also handle physical, psychological, social and spiritual needs of both patient and family. This is done throughout the course of the illness, during the dying process, and beyond. They have good expertise in handling the assessment of patients with advanced disease, providing relief from distressing symptoms, coordinating between interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues, using specialized and advanced care systems including hospice, managing patients who are imminently dying, and navigating legal and ethical decision-making in end-of-life care.

    Is Dr. Toluwalase Ajayi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ajayi is affiliated with Sharp Grossmont Hospital, Jacobs Medical Center At Uc San Diego Health 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 Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist. 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. Toluwalase Ajayi accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Toluwalase Ajayi is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Toluwalase Ajayi offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ajayi's office at (800) 926-8273 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Toluwalase Ajayi?

    Please contact Dr. Ajayi's office at (800) 926-8273 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Ajayi's office located?

    Dr. Ajayi's offices are located in San Diego, CA and Chula Vista, CA.