35 Years of Experience
Who is Dr. Zwass, Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Josef Zwass, MD is a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 35 years and is board certified. Dr. Zwass completed his residency at Univ Co Hlth Sci Ctr, Pediatrics. Dr. Zwass is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Zwass’s office at (619) 528-5000.
Where did Dr. Zwass go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Co Hlth Sci Ctr, Pediatrics
Medical School: University of Ca, San Diego, Sch of Med, La Jolla Ca
Is Dr. Zwass board certified as a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Josef Zwass, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Zwass speak?
Dr. Zwass and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist like Dr. Zwass typically treat?
As a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist, Dr. Zwass 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. Zwass. 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:
- Routine Blood Pressure Check (Normal Findings)
- Vital Signs
- Normal BP reading
- Blood pressure screening, all clear
- Healthy blood pressure check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0130: Encounter for examination of blood pressure without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Healthy Weight Child (BMI 5th-85th percentile)
- Body Weight
- Normal BMI for child
- Child healthy weight
- Pediatric normal weight
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6852: Body mass index [BMI] pediatric, 5th percentile to less than 85th percentile for age
Also known as:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Exercise Counseling
- Fitness Coaching
- Physical Activity Guidance
- Exercise Prescription
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7182: Exercise counseling
What procedures does a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist like Dr. Zwass typically perform?
As a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Josef Zwass 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. Zwass' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Zwass accept my insurance?
Dr. Zwass accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 528-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Zwass accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Zwass 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
Community Health Group
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Where is Dr. Zwass' office located?
What is Dr. Zwass's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Zwass's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1407915002.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Zwass?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Zwass
What is Dr. Josef Zwass's specialty?
Dr. Zwass is a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist near San Diego, CA.
What does a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist do?
A pediatrician who serves as the primary care provider for sick newborn infants utilizes their clinical expertise for direct patient care and collaborates with obstetrical colleagues to develop care plans for mothers with high-risk pregnancies.
Is this Dr. Josef Zwass affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Zwass is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Neonatal-Perinatal 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 Josef Zwass accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Josef Zwass is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Josef Zwass offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Zwass's office at (619) 528-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Josef Zwass?
Please contact Dr. Zwass's office at (619) 528-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Josef Zwass have?
Dr. Josef Zwass is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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