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Dr. Robert Cunningham, MD

Dr. Robert Cunningham, MD

San Diego, CA

36 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Cunningham, Emergency Medicine Specialist in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Robert Cunningham, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 36 years and is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine. Dr. Cunningham graduated from Emory University School Of Medicine and completed his residency at Cook County Hosp, Emergency Medicine; Louis A Weiss Mem Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Cunningham is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cunningham’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cunningham’s office at (619) 528-5000.

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

    • Residency: Cook County Hosp, Emergency Medicine; Louis A Weiss Mem Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year

    • Medical School: Emory University School Of Medicine

    Is Dr. Cunningham board certified in Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Robert Cunningham, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Cunningham speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Cunningham treat?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Cunningham 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. Cunningham. 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:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Strep Throat
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection
    • Bacterial Sore Throat
    • Pharyngitis
    • Strep Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
    • J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis

    Also known as:

    • Other Specified Lung Disorder
    • Other Breathing Conditions
    • Miscellaneous Respiratory Diseases
    • Specific Lung Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J988: Other specified respiratory disorders

    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:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Bacterial Infection
    • Bacterial disease
    • Germ infection
    • Bacterial illness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A499: Bacterial infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Unspecified Injury
    • General injury
    • Injury, unknown location
    • Trauma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • T148XXA: Other injury of unspecified body region, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Pink Eye
    • Conjunctivitis
    • Red Eye
    • Eye Infection
    • Sore Eye

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H109: Unspecified conjunctivitis

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    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:

    • Pain in Left Knee
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Left Knee Ache
    • Left Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Left Knee

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25562: Pain in left knee

    Also known as:

    • Cellulitis
    • Skin infection
    • Bacterial skin inflammation
    • Acute skin infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L0390: Cellulitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Painful Urination
    • Urine and Urination
    • Dysuria
    • Burning when peeing
    • Stinging during urination

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R300: Dysuria

    Which procedures does Dr. Cunningham perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Robert Cunningham may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Cunningham's office.

    Does Dr. Cunningham accept my insurance?

    Dr. Cunningham 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. Cunningham accept in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Cunningham 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

    • Centene

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Cunningham's office located?

    Dr. Robert Cunningham's Primary Practice

    4647 Zion Ave

    San Diego, CA 92120

    (619) 528-5000

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    Dr. Robert Cunningham's Practice 2

    400 Craven Rd

    Elfin Forest, CA 92078

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

    Dr. Cunningham's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1982752705.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cunningham?

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

    What is Dr. Robert Cunningham's specialty?

    Dr. Cunningham is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near San Diego, CA. An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries. Contact Dr. Cunningham to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Robert Cunningham affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Cunningham 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?

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    Is Robert Cunningham accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Robert Cunningham is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Robert Cunningham offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Cunningham's office at (619) 528-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Robert Cunningham?

    Please contact Dr. Cunningham's office at (619) 528-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Robert Cunningham have?

    Dr. Robert Cunningham is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.

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