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44 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ashbacher, Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Laurence Ashbacher, 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 44 years and is board certified. Dr. Ashbacher completed his residency at Children'S Hosp-Philadelphia, Pediatrics. Dr. Ashbacher is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ashbacher’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ashbacher’s office at (619) 528-5000.
Where did Dr. Ashbacher go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Children'S Hosp-Philadelphia, Pediatrics
Medical School: University of Miami Sch of Med, Miami Fl
Is Dr. Ashbacher board certified as a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Laurence Ashbacher, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Ashbacher speak?
Dr. Ashbacher and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Ashbacher treat?
As a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist, Dr. Ashbacher 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. Ashbacher. 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.
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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral 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:
- Autism Screening
- Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Screening
- ASD Screening
- Autism Spectrum Disorder Test
- Early Autism Detection
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1341: Encounter for autism screening
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
Also known as:
- Newborn Checkup (Under 8 Days Old)
- Baby Health Checkup
- Infant and Newborn Care
- Early infant health exam
- First week baby checkup
- Post-delivery newborn exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00110: Health examination for newborn under 8 days old
Which procedures does Dr. Ashbacher perform as a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist?
As a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Laurence Ashbacher 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
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Ashbacher's office.
Does Dr. Ashbacher accept my insurance?
Dr. Ashbacher 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. Ashbacher accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Ashbacher 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
Crown Cork and Seal Company
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
HealthComp
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Ashbacher's office located?
Dr. Laurence Ashbacher's Primary Practice
4647 Zion Ave
San Diego, CA 92120
(619) 528-5000
What is Dr. Ashbacher's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ashbacher's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1528127271.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ashbacher?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ashbacher
What is Dr. Laurence Ashbacher's specialty?
Dr. Ashbacher is a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist near San Diego, CA. 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. Contact Dr. Ashbacher to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Laurence Ashbacher affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ashbacher is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente San Diego Medical Center 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
Where can I learn more about Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist?
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Is Laurence Ashbacher accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Laurence Ashbacher is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Laurence Ashbacher offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ashbacher's office at (619) 528-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Laurence Ashbacher?
Please contact Dr. Ashbacher's office at (619) 528-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Laurence Ashbacher have?
Dr. Laurence Ashbacher is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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