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39 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ressa, Surgeon in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Ames Ressa, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA. He has been practicing for over 39 years and is board certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Ressa completed his residency at St Vincents Med Center. Dr. Ressa is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ressa’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ressa’s office at (619) 528-5000.
Where did Dr. Ressa go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: St Vincents Med Center
Is Dr. Ressa board certified in Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Ames Ressa, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Ressa speak?
Dr. Ressa and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Ressa treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Ressa 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. Ressa. 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:
- Gallstones with Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
- Gallstones with Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
- Bile Duct Disease
- Gallstones
- Chronic cholecystitis with gallstones
- Long-term gallbladder inflammation
- Acute cholecystitis with gallstones
- Gallbladder attack with stones
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8010: Calculus of gallbladder with chronic cholecystitis without obstruction
- K8000: Calculus of gallbladder with acute cholecystitis without obstruction
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
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Which procedures does Dr. Ressa perform as a Surgeon?
As a Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Ames Ressa may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Ressa's office.
Does Dr. Ressa accept my insurance?
Dr. Ressa 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. Ressa accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Ressa 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
Community Health Group
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Molina
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Ressa's office located?
What is Dr. Ressa's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ressa's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1487702338.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ressa?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ressa
What is Dr. Ames Ressa's specialty?
Dr. Ressa is a Surgeon near San Diego, CA. 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. Contact Dr. Ressa to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Ames Ressa affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ressa 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 Surgeon?
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Is Ames Ressa accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Ames Ressa is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ames Ressa offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ressa's office at (619) 528-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ames Ressa?
Please contact Dr. Ressa's office at (619) 528-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ames Ressa have?
Dr. Ames Ressa is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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