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Who is Dr. Sheets, Pediatric Rheumatologist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Robert Sheets, MD is a Pediatric Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Sheets graduated from Baylor College of Medicine and completed his residency at Comm Med Ctr-University Med Ct, Pediatrics. Dr. Sheets is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sheets’s office at (858) 966-8082.
Where did Dr. Sheets go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Comm Med Ctr-University Med Ct, Pediatrics | Valley Medical Center
Medical School: Baylor College of Medicine
Is Dr. Sheets board certified as a Pediatric Rheumatologist?
Yes, Dr. Robert Sheets, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Sheets speak?
Dr. Sheets and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pediatric Rheumatologist like Dr. Sheets typically treat?
As a Pediatric Rheumatologist, Dr. Sheets 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. Sheets. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Pauciarticular Juvenile Arthritis
- Juvenile Arthritis
- Juvenile idiopathic arthritis
- Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA)
- Oligoarticular JIA
- Few-joint juvenile arthritis
- Childhood oligoarthritis
- JIA
- Childhood arthritis
- Juvenile rheumatoid arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M0840: Pauciarticular juvenile rheumatoid arthritis, unspecified site
- M0880: Other juvenile arthritis, unspecified site
Also known as:
- Lupus kidney disease
- Lupus
- Kidney Disease
- Lupus nephritis
- Kidney inflammation from lupus
- Glomerulonephritis in SLE
- Systemic lupus erythematosus
- SLE
- Disseminated lupus erythematosus
ICD-10 Codes:
- M3214: Glomerular disease in systemic lupus erythematosus
- M329: Systemic lupus erythematosus, unspecified
Also known as:
- Bone Infection
- Osteomyelitis
- Infected bone
- Chronic bone infection
- Bone infection in multiple places
ICD-10 Codes:
- M8630: Chronic multifocal osteomyelitis, unspecified site
Also known as:
- Fibromyalgia
- Widespread pain syndrome
- Chronic muscle pain
- Fibromyositis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M797: Fibromyalgia
Also known as:
- Juvenile Dermatomyositis
- Myositis
- Childhood Dermatomyositis
- JDM
- Muscle and Skin Inflammation in Children
ICD-10 Codes:
- M3300: Juvenile dermatomyositis, organ involvement unspecified
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
What procedures does a Pediatric Rheumatologist like Dr. Sheets typically perform?
As a Pediatric Rheumatologist, procedures performed by Dr. Robert Sheets may include:
- Abnormal ANA Testing
- Arthrocentesis
- Denosumab Injection
- Joint Aspiration
- Joint Injections
- Rheumatology Consultation
- Rheumatology Follow Up
- Viscosupplement Injections
Please contact Dr. Sheets' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Sheets accept my insurance?
Dr. Sheets accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 966-8082 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sheets accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Sheets in San Diego, 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
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Where is Dr. Sheets' office located?
Dr. Robert Sheets' Primary Practice
8110 Birmingham Way
San Diego, CA 92123
(858) 966-8082
What is Dr. Sheets's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sheets's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1013088772.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sheets?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sheets
What is Dr. Robert Sheets's specialty?
Dr. Sheets is a Pediatric Rheumatologist near San Diego, CA.
What does a Pediatric Rheumatologist do?
A pediatrician specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. A pediatric rheumatologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common athletic injuries, and collagen diseases.
Is this Dr. Robert Sheets affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Sheets 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
When to see a Pediatric Rheumatologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Robert Sheets accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Robert Sheets is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Robert Sheets offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sheets's office at (858) 966-8082 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Robert Sheets?
Please contact Dr. Sheets's office at (858) 966-8082 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Robert Sheets have?
Dr. Robert Sheets is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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