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Who is Dr. Bickler, Pediatric Surgeon in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Stephen Bickler, MD is a Pediatric Surgeon, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Surgery and American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Bickler graduated from UC Irvine, School of Medicine, Irvine and completed his residency at U Mo Ks City Sch Of Med, Pediatric Surgery-Surgery; Or Hlth Sci Univ Hosp, General Surgery; Caritas Carney Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Bickler is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bickler’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bickler’s office.
Where did Dr. Bickler go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Childrens Mercy - Kansas City
Residency: U Mo Ks City Sch Of Med, Pediatric Surgery-Surgery; Or Hlth Sci Univ Hosp, General Surgery; Caritas Carney Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year | Oregon Health & Science University Affiliated Hospitals
Medical School: UC Irvine, School of Medicine, Irvine | Associate Clinical Professor
Is Dr. Bickler board certified in Pediatric Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Stephen Bickler, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery , American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Bickler speak?
Dr. Bickler and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Bickler treat?
As a Pediatric Surgeon, Dr. Bickler 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. Bickler. 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.
Also known as:
- Ruptured Appendicitis with Localized Abdominal Infection and Tissue Death
- Acute Appendicitis with Localized Abdominal Infection
- Acute Appendicitis
- Severe Acute Appendicitis with Perforation, Infection, and Abscess
- Appendicitis
- Peritoneal Disorder
- Perforated Appendix with Gangrene
- Localized Ruptured Appendix
- Appendix Rupture with Tissue Death
- Appendicitis with Local Peritonitis
- Localized Abdominal Infection from Appendix
- Early Appendicitis with Infection
- Inflamed Appendix
- Sudden Appendix Inflammation
- Appendicitis Attack
- Burst Appendix with Gangrene and Abscess
- Perforated Appendix with Localized Infection and Tissue Death
- Complicated Appendicitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3532: Acute appendicitis with perforation, localized peritonitis, and gangrene, without abscess
- K3530: Acute appendicitis with localized peritonitis, without perforation or gangrene
- K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis
- K3533: Acute appendicitis with perforation, localized peritonitis, and gangrene, with abscess
Also known as:
- Other Skin Disorder
- Skin Condition
- Unspecified Skin Condition
- Skin and Tissue Disorder
- Dermatological Condition
ICD-10 Codes:
- L988: Other specified disorders of the skin and subcutaneous tissue
Also known as:
- Umbilical Hernia
- Hernia
- Belly Button Hernia
- Navel Hernia
- Umbilical Rupture
ICD-10 Codes:
- K429: Umbilical hernia without obstruction or gangrene
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:
- Gastrostomy
- Ostomy
- Feeding Tube Opening
- Stomach Stoma
- G-tube
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z931: Gastrostomy status
Also known as:
- Right Lower Abdominal Pain
- Pelvic Pain
- Pain in lower right belly
- RLQ pain
- Right-sided lower abdominal discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1031: Right lower quadrant pain
Also known as:
- Intestine Birth Defects
- Birth Defects
- Colonic Disease
- Small Intestine Disorder
- Congenital Intestinal Abnormalities
- Bowel Malformations
- Baby Intestine Development Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q439: Congenital malformation of intestine, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Bickler perform as a Pediatric Surgeon?
As a Pediatric Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Stephen Bickler may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Bickler's office.
Does Dr. Bickler accept my insurance?
Dr. Bickler accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bickler accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Bickler 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
Community Health Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Inland Empire
Kaiser Permanente
Other Health Care Provider
Other Provider Networks
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Bickler's office located?
What is Dr. Bickler's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bickler's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1891866653.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bickler?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bickler
What is Dr. Stephen Bickler's specialty?
Dr. Bickler is a Pediatric Surgeon near San Diego, CA. Pediatric Surgeons specializes in the management of surgical conditions in premature infants, newborns, children, and adolescents. Contact Dr. Bickler to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Stephen Bickler affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Bickler 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 Stephen Bickler accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Stephen Bickler is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Stephen Bickler offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bickler's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Stephen Bickler?
Please contact Dr. Bickler's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Stephen Bickler have?
Dr. Stephen Bickler is certified by the American Board of Surgery and American Board of Pediatrics.
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