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Dr. Matthew Sitzer, MD

San Diego, CA

33 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Sitzer, Gastroenterologist in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Matthew Sitzer, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 33 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Sitzer completed his residency at Ucla Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Sitzer is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sitzer’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sitzer’s office at (619) 528-5000.

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

    • Residency: Ucla Med Ctr, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: University of Ca, San Diego, Sch of Med, La Jolla Ca

    Is Dr. Sitzer board certified in Gastroenterologist?

    Yes, Dr. Matthew Sitzer, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Sitzer speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Sitzer treat?

    As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Sitzer 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. Sitzer. 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:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • Epigastric pain
    • Pain below breastbone
    • Upper stomach pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1013: Epigastric pain
    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • History of Other Digestive System Disease
    • Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
    • Colon Polyps
    • Digestive Disease
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Past GI Disorder
    • Previous Digestive Problem
    • History of Gastrointestinal Illness
    • Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
    • Non-Bacterial Colitis
    • Gut Inflammation
    • Colorectal Polyps
    • Intestinal Polyps
    • Bowel Polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z8719: Personal history of other diseases of the digestive system
    • K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified
    • Z86010: Personal history of colon polyps

    Also known as:

    • Rectal Bleeding
    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
    • Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
    • Anal Bleeding
    • Blood in Stool
    • Lower GI Bleed
    • GI Bleeding
    • Internal Digestive Bleeding
    • Digestive Tract Hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K625: Hemorrhage of anus and rectum
    • K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acid Reflux
    • GERD
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
    • Gastroesophageal Reflux
    • Heartburn
    • Indigestion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Bowel Movements
    • Bowel Movement
    • Unusual stool
    • Changes in poop
    • Fecal changes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R195: Other fecal abnormalities

    Also known as:

    • Iron Deficiency Anemia
    • Anemia
    • Iron
    • Anemia from Iron Lack
    • Low Iron Anemia
    • Sideropenic Anemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Diarrhea
    • Loose stools
    • Runny poop
    • Frequent bowel movements

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R197: Diarrhea, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Difficulty Swallowing
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Dysphagia
    • Trouble swallowing
    • Painful swallowing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Heartburn
    • Acid Reflux
    • Indigestion
    • GERD Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R12: Heartburn

    Also known as:

    • Crohn's Disease of the Small Intestine
    • Crohn's Disease
    • Crohn’s Disease
    • Regional Enteritis
    • Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
    • Ileitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5000: Crohn's disease of small intestine without complications

    Does Dr. Sitzer accept my insurance?

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

    Dr. Sitzer 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

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Sitzer's office located?

    Dr. Matthew Sitzer's Primary Practice

    4647 Zion Ave

    San Diego, CA 92120

    (619) 528-5000

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    Dr. Matthew Sitzer's Practice 2

    400 Craven Rd

    Elfin Forest, CA 92078

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

    Dr. Sitzer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1871641860.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sitzer?

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

    What is Dr. Matthew Sitzer's specialty?

    Dr. Sitzer is a Gastroenterologist near San Diego, CA. An internist focused on diagnosing and treating disorders of the digestive system, encompassing the stomach, intestines, liver, and gallbladder. This specialist manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice, and performs intricate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to examine internal organs. Contact Dr. Sitzer to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Matthew Sitzer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Sitzer 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 Gastroenterologist?

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    Is Matthew Sitzer accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Matthew Sitzer is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Matthew Sitzer offer online booking?

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

    How can I make an appointment with Matthew Sitzer?

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

    Which board certifications does Dr. Matthew Sitzer have?

    Dr. Matthew Sitzer is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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