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Dr. Marc Etkin, MD
San Diego, CA
23 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Etkin, Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Marc Etkin, MD is a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA. He has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified. Dr. Etkin graduated from Texas A&M University and completed his residency at Children'S Natl Med Ctr, Pediatrics. Dr. Etkin is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Etkin’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Etkin’s office at (858) 966-7433.
Where did Dr. Etkin go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Children'S Natl Med Ctr, Pediatrics | Children's National Medical Center Program
Medical School: University of Tx Med Branch Galveston, Galveston Tx | Texas A&M University | The University of Texas School of Medicine at San Antonio
Is Dr. Etkin board certified as a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Marc Etkin, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Etkin speak?
Dr. Etkin and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Etkin typically treat?
As a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Etkin 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. Etkin. 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:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Vomiting
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Throwing up
- Emesis
- Puking
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1110: Vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Suicidal Thoughts
- Suicide
- Suicidal ideation
- Thoughts of ending life
- Self-harm thoughts
ICD-10 Codes:
- R45851: Suicidal ideations
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
What procedures does a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Etkin typically perform?
As a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Marc Etkin may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Etkin's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Etkin accept my insurance?
Dr. Etkin accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 966-7433 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Etkin accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Etkin 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
Community Health Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Kaiser Permanente
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Etkin's office located?
What is Dr. Etkin's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Etkin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1194896852.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Etkin?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Etkin
What is Dr. Marc Etkin's specialty?
Dr. Etkin is a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist near San Diego, CA.
What does a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
A pediatrician with specialized qualifications in managing emergencies in infants and children, providing rapid, expert care for acute medical situations to ensure the best possible outcomes.
Is this Dr. Marc Etkin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Etkin is affiliated with Sharp Grossmont Hospital, Sharp Memorial Hospital, Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center, Palomar Medical Center Escondido, Sharp Coronado Hospital, Kaiser Permanente San Diego Medical Center 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Marc Etkin accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Marc Etkin is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Marc Etkin offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Etkin's office at (858) 966-7433 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Marc Etkin?
Please contact Dr. Etkin's office at (858) 966-7433 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Marc Etkin have?
Dr. Marc Etkin is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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