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Dr. Elise Zimmerman, MD
San Diego, CA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Zimmerman, Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Elise Zimmerman, MD is a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA. Dr. Zimmerman graduated from St. George's University School of Medicine and completed her residency at Tulane University Program. Dr. Zimmerman is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Zimmerman’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Zimmerman’s office at (858) 966-7433.
Where did Dr. Zimmerman go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Tulane University Program
Medical School: St. George's University School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Zimmerman speak?
Dr. Zimmerman and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Zimmerman treat?
As a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Zimmerman 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. Zimmerman. 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:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Vomiting
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Throwing up
- Emesis
- Puking
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1110: Vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sudden Severe Breathing Difficulty
- Acute respiratory failure
- ARDS
- Severe breathing distress
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0603: Acute respiratory distress
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Belly Button Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
- Pain around navel
- Periumbilical discomfort
- Umbilical pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
- R1033: Periumbilical pain
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Acute Bronchiolitis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Inflammation of small airways
- Bronchiole infection
- Acute lung inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J219: Acute bronchiolitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Head Laceration
- Wounds and Injuries
- Head Cut
- Deep Head Cut
- Head Wound
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0181XA: Laceration without foreign body of other part of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Acute Cough
- Cough
- Sudden cough
- Short-term cough
- New cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R051: Acute cough
Also known as:
- Croup
- Throat Disorder
- Acute Laryngitis
- Laryngotracheobronchitis
- Barking Cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- J050: Acute obstructive laryngitis [croup]
Also known as:
- Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Digestive Disease
- Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
- Non-Bacterial Colitis
- Gut Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Suicidal Thoughts
- Suicide
- Suicidal ideation
- Thoughts of ending life
- Self-harm thoughts
ICD-10 Codes:
- R45851: Suicidal ideations
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Fever Seizures in Children
- Seizures
- Febrile seizures
- Fever fits
- Childhood fever seizures
ICD-10 Codes:
- R5600: Simple febrile convulsions
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Stuffy Nose
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Blocked nose
- Nasal congestion
- Congested nose
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0981: Nasal congestion
Which procedures does Dr. Zimmerman perform as a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist?
As a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Elise Zimmerman may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Zimmerman's office.
Does Dr. Zimmerman accept my insurance?
Dr. Zimmerman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 966-7433 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Zimmerman accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Zimmerman 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
Beacon Health Options
Blue Shield of California
Community Health Group
Crown Cork and Seal Company
Department of Defense / Tricare
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Inland Empire
Kaiser Permanente
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Zimmerman's office located?
Dr. Elise Zimmerman's Primary Practice
3020 Childrens Way
San Diego, CA 92123
(858) 966-7433
What is Dr. Zimmerman's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Zimmerman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1649413071.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Zimmerman?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Zimmerman
What is Dr. Elise Zimmerman's specialty?
Dr. Zimmerman is a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist near San Diego, CA. A pediatrician with specialized qualifications in managing emergencies in infants and children, providing rapid, expert care for acute medical situations to ensure the best possible outcomes. Contact Dr. Zimmerman to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Elise Zimmerman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Zimmerman is affiliated with Palomar Medical Center Escondido, Sharp Grossmont Hospital, Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center, Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas, Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego, Jacobs Medical Center at UC San Diego Health 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 Elise Zimmerman accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Elise Zimmerman is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Elise Zimmerman offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Zimmerman's office at (858) 966-7433 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Elise Zimmerman?
Please contact Dr. Zimmerman's office at (858) 966-7433 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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