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Dr. Sheila Rajashekara, MD

San Diego, CA

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Rajashekara, Pediatric Anesthesiologist in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Sheila Rajashekara, MD is a Pediatric Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Rajashekara graduated from Ohio State University / College of Medicine and completed her residency at Mount Carmel Health System Program. Dr. Rajashekara is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rajashekara’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rajashekara’s office at (619) 565-9666.

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

    • Residency: Mount Carmel Health System Program

    • Medical School: Ohio State University / College of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Rajashekara speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Pediatric Anesthesiologist like Dr. Rajashekara typically treat?

    As a Pediatric Anesthesiologist, Dr. Rajashekara 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. Rajashekara. 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:

    • Depression (Single Episode)
    • Recurrent Severe Depression
    • Depression
    • Major depression
    • Depressive episode
    • Clinical depression
    • Chronic severe depression
    • Repeated severe depressive episodes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F329: Major depressive disorder, single episode, unspecified
    • F332: Major depressive disorder, recurrent severe without psychotic features

    Also known as:

    • Tooth Decay
    • Cavities
    • Dental Caries
    • Tooth Rot

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K029: Dental caries, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Enlarged Tonsils
    • Tonsil hypertrophy
    • Swollen tonsils
    • Big tonsils

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J351: Hypertrophy of tonsils

    Also known as:

    • Enlarged Adenoids
    • Adenoids
    • Adenoid hypertrophy
    • Swollen adenoids
    • Big adenoids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J352: Hypertrophy of adenoids

    Also known as:

    • Acute Appendicitis
    • Appendicitis
    • Inflamed Appendix
    • Sudden Appendix Inflammation
    • Appendicitis Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis

    Also known as:

    • Ear Infection
    • Middle Ear Infection
    • Otitis Media

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6690: Otitis media, unspecified, unspecified ear

    What procedures does a Pediatric Anesthesiologist like Dr. Rajashekara typically perform?

    As a Pediatric Anesthesiologist, Dr. Rajashekara 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. Rajashekara. 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:

    • Femoral Nerve Block Injection
    • Femoral nerve injection
    • Thigh nerve block
    • Pain relief injection for thigh
    • Nerve block with imaging guidance

    CPT Codes:

    • 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Does Dr. Rajashekara accept my insurance?

    Dr. Rajashekara accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 565-9666 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Rajashekara 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 Corporation

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other Provider Networks

    • Rady Childrens Hospital-San Diego

    • Scripps Health

    • Sharp HealthCare

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Rajashekara's office located?

    Dr. Sheila Rajashekara's Primary Practice

    3626 Ruffin Rd

    San Diego, CA 92123

    (619) 565-9666

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    Dr. Sheila Rajashekara's Practice 2

    3020 Childrens Way

    San Diego, CA 92123

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

    Dr. Rajashekara's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1326278334.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rajashekara?

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

    What is Dr. Sheila Rajashekara's specialty?

    Dr. Rajashekara is a Pediatric Anesthesiologist near San Diego, CA.

    What does a Pediatric Anesthesiologist do?

    A pediatric anesthesiologist is an anesthesiologist with advanced training and expertise in addressing the anesthesia, sedation, and pain management needs of infants and children. This specialist assesses complex medical issues in young patients requiring surgery and is responsible for their preparation and postoperative care. Additionally, they administer anesthesia and manage pain for procedures performed outside the operating room, including MRI, CT scans, and radiation therapy.

    Is this Dr. Sheila Rajashekara affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Rajashekara 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

    When to see a Pediatric Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatric 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 Sheila Rajashekara accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Sheila Rajashekara is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Sheila Rajashekara offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Rajashekara's office at (619) 565-9666 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Sheila Rajashekara?

    Please contact Dr. Rajashekara's office at (619) 565-9666 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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