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Who is Dr. Arafah, Pediatric Endocrinologist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Deema Arafah, MD is a Pediatric Endocrinologist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Arafah is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Arafah’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Arafah’s office at (858) 966-4032.
What languages does Dr. Arafah speak?
Dr. Arafah and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Arafah treat?
As a Pediatric Endocrinologist, Dr. Arafah 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. Arafah. 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:
- Abnormal Blood Sugar
- Blood Glucose
- High blood glucose
- Low blood glucose
- Glucose intolerance
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7309: Other abnormal glucose
Also known as:
- Acanthosis Nigricans
- Skin Pigmentation Disorder
- AN
- Dark Skin Patches
- Thickened Dark Skin
ICD-10 Codes:
- L83: Acanthosis nigricans
Also known as:
- Child Development Problems
- Child Development
- Developmental concerns in children
- Abnormal child development
- Lack of normal development
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6250: Unspecified lack of expected normal physiological development in childhood
Also known as:
- Short Stature in Children
- Growth Disorder
- Child Growth Problems
- Dwarfism
- Growth Retardation
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6252: Short stature (child)
Also known as:
- Abnormal Thyroid Function Test Results
- Thyroid Disease
- Unusual thyroid test results
- Irregular thyroid function
- Thyroid hormone levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- R946: Abnormal results of thyroid function studies
Also known as:
- Irregular Periods
- Menstruation
- Oligomenorrhea
- Abnormal Menstrual Cycle
ICD-10 Codes:
- N926: Irregular menstruation, unspecified
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Which procedures does Dr. Arafah perform as a Pediatric Endocrinologist?
As a Pediatric Endocrinologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Deema Arafah may include:
- Adrenal Surgery
- Comparative Genomic Hybridization
- D and C / Vacuum Aspiration
- Diabetes Blood Sugar Management
- Diabetes Care - Kidney Disease Monitoring
- Diabetes Consultation
- Doppler Ultrasound
- Egg Freezing/ Fertility Preservation
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Arafah's office.
Does Dr. Arafah accept my insurance?
Dr. Arafah accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 966-4032 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Arafah accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Arafah 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
Community Health Group
Inland Empire
Kaiser Permanente
Other Health Care Provider
Other Provider Networks
Scripps Health
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Arafah's office located?
Dr. Deema Arafah's Primary Practice
3030 Childrens Way
San Diego, CA 92123
(858) 966-4032
What is Dr. Arafah's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Arafah's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1235423856.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Arafah?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Arafah
What is Dr. Deema Arafah's specialty?
Dr. Arafah is a Pediatric Endocrinologist near San Diego, CA. A pediatrician specializing in the care of infants, children, and adolescents with diseases caused by abnormalities in the endocrine glands, which produce hormones. This includes conditions such as diabetes mellitus, growth failure, atypical body size for age, early or delayed puberty, congenital abnormalities, and disorders affecting the thyroid, adrenal, and pituitary glands, as well as the genital region. Contact Dr. Arafah to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Deema Arafah affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Arafah is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Rady Childrens Hospital - San Diego, Rady Childrens Hospital - San Diego. 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
Where can I learn more about Pediatric Endocrinologist?
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Is Deema Arafah accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Deema Arafah is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Deema Arafah offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Arafah's office at (858) 966-4032 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Deema Arafah?
Please contact Dr. Arafah's office at (858) 966-4032 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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