EverydayHealthLogo
Dr. Peter Kourajian, MD

Dr. Peter Kourajian, MD

Anesthesiologist

San Diego, CA

32 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kourajian, Anesthesiologist in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Peter Kourajian, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA. He has been practicing for over 32 years and is board certified. Dr. Kourajian graduated from University of California and completed his residency at Ucla Med Ctr, Anesthesiology; Loma Linda Univ Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Kourajian is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kourajian’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kourajian’s office at (858) 565-9666.

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

    • Residency: Ucla Med Ctr, Anesthesiology; Loma Linda Univ Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Harbor-UCLA Medical Center

    • Medical School: University of Ca, Los Angeles, Ucla Sch of Med, Los Angeles Ca | University of California

    Is Dr. Kourajian board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Peter Kourajian, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Kourajian speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Kourajian typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Kourajian 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. Kourajian. 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:

    • Uncomplicated Childbirth
    • Childbirth
    • Normal Delivery
    • Natural Birth
    • Vaginal Delivery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O80: Encounter for full-term uncomplicated delivery

    Also known as:

    • Acute pain after medical procedure
    • Pain
    • Acute post-operative pain
    • Pain after surgery
    • Post-procedural pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain

    Also known as:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Depression (Single Episode)
    • Depression
    • Major depression
    • Depressive episode
    • Clinical depression

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F329: Major depressive disorder, single episode, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Previous C-section Scar During Pregnancy
    • Cesarean Delivery
    • Prior Cesarean Section
    • Uterine Scar from C-section
    • C-section History in Pregnancy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O34219: Maternal care for unspecified type scar from previous cesarean delivery

    Also known as:

    • Anemia
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Kourajian typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Kourajian 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. Kourajian. 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:

    • Abdominal Wall Nerve Block (TAP Block)
    • TAP block
    • Transversus abdominis plane block
    • Rectus sheath block
    • Abdominal pain injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 64488: Transversus abdominis plane (TAP) block (abdominal plane block, rectus sheath block) bilateral; by injections (includes imaging guidance, when performed)

    Does Dr. Kourajian accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kourajian accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 565-9666 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Kourajian in San Diego, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • All Other Territories

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Sharp HealthCare

    • UnitedHealth Group

    View All Insurances

    Where is Dr. Kourajian's office located?

    Dr. Peter Kourajian's Primary Practice

    3626 Ruffin Rd

    San Diego, CA 92123

    (858) 565-9666

    Get Directions

    What hospitals are Dr. Kourajian affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Kourajian has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

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

    Dr. Kourajian's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1821156027.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kourajian?

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

    What is Dr. Peter Kourajian's specialty?

    Dr. Kourajian 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. Peter Kourajian affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Kourajian is affiliated with Sharp Grossmont Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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. Peter Kourajian accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Peter Kourajian is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Peter Kourajian offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kourajian's office at (858) 565-9666 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Peter Kourajian?

    Please contact Dr. Kourajian's office at (858) 565-9666 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Kourajian's office located?

    Dr. Kourajian's office is located in San Diego, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Peter Kourajian have?

    Dr. Peter Kourajian is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.