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19 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Price, Surgeon in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Erin Price, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 19 years and is board certified. Dr. Price is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Price’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Price’s office at (619) 298-8891.
Where did Dr. Price go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Ross University School Of Medicine, Roseau, Commonwealth Of Dominica, West Indies
Is Dr. Price board certified as a Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Erin Price, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Price speak?
Dr. Price and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Price typically treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Price 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. Price. 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:
- Cancer Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Cancer
- Post-cancer surgery care
- Oncology aftercare
- Cancer recovery follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z483: Aftercare following surgery for neoplasm
Also known as:
- Gallstones with Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
- Bile Duct Disease
- Gallstones
- Acute cholecystitis with gallstones
- Gallbladder attack with stones
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8000: Calculus of gallbladder with acute cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Breast Cancer
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast
- C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
Also known as:
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Bowel Obstruction
- Blocked Intestines
- Gut Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction
What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Price typically perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Price 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. Price. 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:
- Deep Armpit Lymph Node Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Axillary Lymph Node Excision
- Open Axillary Node Biopsy
- Underarm Lymph Node Removal
CPT Codes:
- 38525: Biopsy or excision of lymph node(s); open, deep axillary node(s)
Also known as:
- Sentinel Lymph Node Mapping
- Lymph Node Identification
- Sentinel Node Biopsy (Mapping)
- Dye Injection for Lymph Nodes
CPT Codes:
- 38900: Intraoperative identification (eg, mapping) of sentinel lymph node(s) includes injection of non-radioactive dye, when performed (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Radioactive Tracer Injection for Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy
- Sentinel Node Mapping Injection
- Lymph Node Tracer Injection
- Radioactive Dye for Lymph Nodes
- Sentinel Lymph Node Identification
CPT Codes:
- 38792: Injection procedure; radioactive tracer for identification of sentinel node
Also known as:
- Partial Mastectomy
- Mastectomy
- Lumpectomy
- Breast conserving surgery
- Quadrantectomy
- Segmentectomy
CPT Codes:
- 19301: Mastectomy, partial (eg, lumpectomy, tylectomy, quadrantectomy, segmentectomy);
Also known as:
- Breast Lesion Localization
- Breast clip placement
- Wire localization for breast surgery
- Radioactive seed placement in breast
- Ultrasound-guided breast marker
CPT Codes:
- 19285: Placement of breast localization device(s) (eg, clip, metallic pellet, wire/needle, radioactive seeds), percutaneous; first lesion, including ultrasound guidance
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal with X-ray
- Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
- Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
- Cholecystectomy with Cholangiography
- Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Removal
- Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
- Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 47563: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy with cholangiography
- 47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy
Does Dr. Price accept my insurance?
Dr. Price accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 298-8891 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Price accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Price 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 Third Party
Centene Corporation
Community Health Group
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Scripps Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Price's office located?
Dr. Erin Price's Primary Practice
4060 4th Ave Ste 440
San Diego, CA 92103
(619) 298-8891
What is Dr. Price's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Price's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1811054604.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Price?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Price
What is Dr. Erin Price's specialty?
Dr. Price is a Surgeon near San Diego, CA.
What does a Surgeon do?
General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery.
Is this Dr. Erin Price affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Price is affiliated with Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego, Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, South Shore University Hospital, Texas Health Denton, Sharp Grossmont Hospital, Palomar Medical Center Poway which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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
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Is Erin Price accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Erin Price is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Erin Price offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Price's office at (619) 298-8891 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Erin Price?
Please contact Dr. Price's office at (619) 298-8891 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Erin Price have?
Dr. Erin Price is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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