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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Vaidya, Pediatrician in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Kamala Vaidya, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA. Dr. Vaidya is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vaidya’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vaidya’s office at (858) 576-1700.
What languages does Dr. Vaidya speak?
Dr. Vaidya and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Vaidya typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Vaidya 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. Vaidya. 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:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Ear Infection
- Otitis Media
- Middle Ear Infection
- Ear Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6692: Otitis media, unspecified, left ear
- H6691: Otitis media, unspecified, right ear
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Vomiting
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Throwing up
- Emesis
- Puking
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1110: Vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
- Flu
- Influenza with Breathing Problems
- Flu with Cough
- Severe Flu
ICD-10 Codes:
- J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations
Also known as:
- Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Digestive Disease
- Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
- Non-Bacterial Colitis
- Gut Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Vaidya typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Kamala Vaidya may include:
- 12 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 15 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 18 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 1 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 24 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Week Well Baby Checkup
- 30 Month Well-Baby Checkup
Please contact Dr. Vaidya's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Vaidya accept my insurance?
Dr. Vaidya accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 576-1700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Vaidya accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Vaidya 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
Community Health Group
Inland Empire Health Plan
Other Health Care Provider
Scripps Health
Sharp HealthCare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Vaidya's office located?
Dr. Kamala Vaidya's Primary Practice
3020 Childrens Way # 5075
San Diego, CA 92123
(858) 576-1700
What is Dr. Vaidya's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Vaidya's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1083840920.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vaidya?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Vaidya
What is Dr. Kamala Vaidya's specialty?
Dr. Vaidya is a Pediatrician near San Diego, CA.
What does a Pediatrician do?
A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.
Is this Dr. Kamala Vaidya affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Vaidya is affiliated with Sharp Coronado Hospital, Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego 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 Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Kamala Vaidya accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Kamala Vaidya is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kamala Vaidya offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Vaidya's office at (858) 576-1700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kamala Vaidya?
Please contact Dr. Vaidya's office at (858) 576-1700 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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