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Dr. Ilona Barash, MD, PHD

Dr. Ilona Barash, MD, PHD

San Diego, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Barash, Emergency Medicine Specialist in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Ilona Barash, MD, PHD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Barash graduated from UC San Diego, School of Medicine, San Diego. Dr. Barash is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Barash’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Barash’s office at (619) 543-2122.

    Where did Dr. Barash go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: UC San Diego, School of Medicine, San Diego | UC San Diego, School of Medicine, San Diego

    Is Dr. Barash board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Ilona Barash, MD, PHD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Barash speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Barash typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Barash 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. Barash. 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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Widespread Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain
    • General stomach pain
    • Overall belly pain
    • Diffuse abdominal pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
    • R1084: Generalized abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Acute Cough
    • Cough
    • Sudden cough
    • Short-term cough
    • New cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R051: Acute cough

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Barash typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Ilona Barash may include:

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

    Does Dr. Barash accept my insurance?

    Dr. Barash accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 543-2122 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Barash 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

    • Federal government of the United States

    • HealthComp

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Other Support Agencies/Consultants

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Barash's office located?

    Dr. Ilona Barash's Primary Practice

    200 W Arbor Dr

    San Diego, CA 92103

    (619) 543-2122

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    Ste

    10666 N Torrey Pines Rd Fl 2

    La Jolla, CA 92037

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    Dr. Ilona Barash's Practice 3

    9300 Campus Point Dr Ste 8676

    La Jolla, CA 92037

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

    Dr. Barash's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1477709293.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Barash?

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

    What is Dr. Ilona Barash's specialty?

    Dr. Barash is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near San Diego, CA.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is this Dr. Ilona Barash affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Barash is affiliated with Scripps Green Hospital, Jacobs Medical Center At Uc San Diego Health, Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, Palomar Medical Center Escondido 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency 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 Ilona Barash accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Ilona Barash is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ilona Barash offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Barash's office at (619) 543-2122 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Ilona Barash?

    Please contact Dr. Barash's office at (619) 543-2122 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Ilona Barash have?

    Dr. Ilona Barash is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.

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