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Dr. Samyra El-Ftesi, MD

Anesthesiologist

San Diego, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. El-Ftesi, Anesthesiologist in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Samyra El-Ftesi, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA. Dr. El-Ftesi graduated from New York University School of Medicine and completed her residency at Bridgeport Hospital/Yale University Program. Dr. El-Ftesi is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. El-Ftesi’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. El-Ftesi’s office at (619) 543-3405.

    Where did Dr. El-Ftesi go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Bridgeport Hospital/Yale University Program

    • Medical School: New York University School of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. El-Ftesi speak?

    Dr. El-Ftesi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. El-Ftesi typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. El-Ftesi 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. El-Ftesi. 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:

    • Groin Hernia (One Side)
    • Umbilical Hernia
    • Hernia
    • Inguinal Hernia
    • Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
    • Single Groin Hernia
    • Hernia in One Groin
    • Belly Button Hernia
    • Navel Hernia
    • Umbilical Rupture

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
    • K429: Umbilical hernia without obstruction or gangrene

    Also known as:

    • Uterine Polyp
    • Uterine Disease
    • Endometrial Polyp
    • Womb Polyp

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N840: Polyp of corpus uteri

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Stones
    • Renal Calculi
    • Nephrolithiasis
    • Kidney Calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N200: Calculus of kidney

    Also known as:

    • Bilateral Inguinal Hernia
    • Hernia
    • Inguinal Hernia
    • Double Groin Hernia
    • Hernia in Both Groins
    • Non-obstructed Inguinal Hernia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K4020: Bilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent

    Also known as:

    • Bile Duct Stones
    • Gallstones
    • Choledocholithiasis
    • Biliary duct calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8050: Calculus of bile duct without cholangitis or cholecystitis without obstruction

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. El-Ftesi typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Samyra El-Ftesi may include:

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

    Does Dr. El-Ftesi accept my insurance?

    Dr. El-Ftesi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 543-3405 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. El-Ftesi accept in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. El-Ftesi 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 Commercial

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx Administered Payer

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Sharp HealthCare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. El-Ftesi's office located?

    Dr. Samyra El-Ftesi's Primary Practice

    200 W Arbor Dr

    San Diego, CA 92103

    (619) 543-3405

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

    Dr. El-Ftesi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1558653600.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. El-Ftesi?

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

    What is Dr. Samyra El-Ftesi's specialty?

    Dr. El-Ftesi is an Anesthesiologist near San Diego, CA.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

    Is Dr. Samyra El-Ftesi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. El-Ftesi is affiliated with Jacobs Medical Center At Uc San Diego Health, Tri-City 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 an Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Anesthesiologist. 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 Dr. Samyra El-Ftesi accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Samyra El-Ftesi is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Samyra El-Ftesi offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. El-Ftesi's office at (619) 543-3405 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Samyra El-Ftesi?

    Please contact Dr. El-Ftesi's office at (619) 543-3405 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. El-Ftesi's office located?

    Dr. El-Ftesi's office is located in San Diego, CA.