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Dr. Kelly Bush, MD

Dr. Kelly Bush, MD

San Diego, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Bush, Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Kelly Bush, MD is a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA. Dr. Bush is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bush’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bush’s office at (775) 982-5000.

    What languages does Dr. Bush speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist like Dr. Bush typically treat?

    As a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist, Dr. Bush 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. Bush. 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:

    • Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia in Remission
    • Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia
    • Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia
    • ALL Leukemia in Remission
    • Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia in Remission
    • Childhood Leukemia in Remission
    • ALL
    • Acute lymphocytic leukemia
    • Lymphoblastic leukemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C9101: Acute lymphoblastic leukemia, in remission
    • C9100: Acute lymphoblastic leukemia not having achieved remission

    Also known as:

    • Cancer Chemotherapy
    • Chemo treatment
    • Oncology chemotherapy
    • Cancer drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy

    Also known as:

    • Hemophilia A
    • Hemophilia
    • Factor VIII Deficiency
    • Classic Hemophilia
    • Bleeder's Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D66: Hereditary factor VIII deficiency

    Also known as:

    • Iron Deficiency Anemia
    • Anemia
    • Iron
    • Anemia from Iron Lack
    • Low Iron Anemia
    • Sideropenic Anemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura
    • Platelet Disorder
    • Immune thrombocytopenia
    • ITP
    • Idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura
    • Low platelet count

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D693: Immune thrombocytopenic purpura

    What procedures does a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist like Dr. Bush typically perform?

    As a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist, Dr. Bush performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Bush. 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:

    • Bone Marrow Aspiration
    • Bone Marrow Biopsy and Aspiration
    • Bone Marrow Tests
    • Biopsy
    • Bone Marrow Biopsy
    • Marrow Aspiration
    • Diagnostic Bone Marrow Test
    • Bone Marrow Sample
    • Bone Marrow Exam
    • Bone Marrow Sample Collection
    • Diagnostic Bone Marrow Procedure

    CPT Codes:

    • 38220: Diagnostic bone marrow; aspiration(s)
    • 38222: Diagnostic bone marrow; biopsy(ies) and aspiration(s)

    Does Dr. Bush accept my insurance?

    Dr. Bush accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (775) 982-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Bush 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

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other Provider Networks

    • Sharp HealthCare

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Bush's office located?

    Rady Childrens Specialists

    3010 Childrens Way

    San Diego, CA 92123

    (775) 982-5000

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

    Dr. Bush's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1073831079.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bush?

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

    What is Dr. Kelly Bush's specialty?

    Dr. Bush is a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist near San Diego, CA.

    What does a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist do?

    A pediatrician trained in the integration of pediatrics, hematology, and oncology, specializing in the recognition and management of blood disorders and cancer in children. This expert provides comprehensive care for conditions such as anemia, bleeding disorders, and various pediatric cancers.

    Is this Dr. Kelly Bush affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Bush is affiliated with Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center, Sharp Memorial Hospital 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 Hematologist-Oncologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist. 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 Kelly Bush accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Kelly Bush is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kelly Bush offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Bush's office at (775) 982-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Kelly Bush?

    Please contact Dr. Bush's office at (775) 982-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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