Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Averbach, Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN) in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Sarah Averbach, MD is an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN), who primarily practices in San Diego, CA. She is board certified. Dr. Averbach graduated from UC San Francisco, School of Medicine, San Francisco. Dr. Averbach is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Averbach’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Averbach’s office at (619) 543-6777.
Where did Dr. Averbach go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: UC San Francisco, School of Medicine, San Francisco | Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts | UC San Francisco, School of Medicine, San Francisco | University of California, San Francisco, San Francisco | Obstetrician/Gynecologist | Assistant Professor of Reproductive Medicine
Is Dr. Averbach board certified as an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN)?
Yes, Dr. Sarah Averbach, MD is board certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology
What languages does Dr. Averbach speak?
Dr. Averbach and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN) like Dr. Averbach typically treat?
As an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN), Dr. Averbach 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. Averbach. 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:
- Unwanted Pregnancy Issues
- Unplanned pregnancy concerns
- Crisis pregnancy
- Difficult pregnancy decision
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z640: Problems related to unwanted pregnancy
Also known as:
- Elective Abortion
- Abortion
- Planned abortion
- Voluntary termination of pregnancy
- Induced abortion
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z332: Encounter for elective termination of pregnancy
Also known as:
- Missed Miscarriage
- Miscarriage
- Silent miscarriage
- Delayed miscarriage
- Missed abortion
ICD-10 Codes:
- O021: Missed abortion
Also known as:
- IUD Insertion
- Other Birth Control Counseling
- First-time Birth Control Pill Prescription
- Birth Control
- Intrauterine device placement
- Getting an IUD
- IUD procedure
- Additional contraceptive advice
- General family planning discussion
- Ongoing birth control counseling
- Initial oral contraceptive prescription
- Starting birth control pills
- New birth control pill order
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z30430: Encounter for insertion of intrauterine contraceptive device
- Z3009: Encounter for other general counseling and advice on contraception
- Z30011: Encounter for initial prescription of contraceptive pills
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- HIV Screening Test
- HIV Test
- AIDS Test
- Human Immunodeficiency Virus Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z114: Encounter for screening for human immunodeficiency virus [HIV]
What procedures does an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN) like Dr. Averbach typically perform?
As an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN), Dr. Averbach 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. Averbach. 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:
- Surgical Treatment for Missed Miscarriage (First Trimester)
- D&C for Missed Abortion
- Surgical Miscarriage Management
- First Trimester Missed Abortion Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 59820: Treatment of missed abortion, completed surgically; first trimester
Also known as:
- Surgical Treatment for Incomplete Miscarriage
- D&C for incomplete abortion
- Surgical miscarriage management
- Uterine evacuation
- Incomplete abortion surgery
CPT Codes:
- 59812: Treatment of incomplete abortion, any trimester, completed surgically
Also known as:
- Dilation and Evacuation (D&E) Abortion
- Abortion
- Surgical Abortion
- D&E Procedure
- Induced Termination of Pregnancy
CPT Codes:
- 59841: Induced abortion, by dilation and evacuation
Also known as:
- IUD Insertion
- Birth Control
- Intrauterine device placement
- IUD placement
- Birth control implant
CPT Codes:
- 58300: Insertion of intrauterine device (IUD)
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Ovarian and/or Fallopian Tube Removal
- Laparoscopic Oophorectomy
- Laparoscopic Salpingectomy
- Minimally Invasive Adnexal Removal
CPT Codes:
- 58661: Laparoscopy, surgical; with removal of adnexal structures (partial or total oophorectomy and/or salpingectomy)
Also known as:
- Drug Delivery Implant Insertion
- Medication Implant Placement
- Bioresorbable Drug Implant
- Contraceptive Implant Insertion
CPT Codes:
- 11981: Insertion, drug-delivery implant (ie, bioresorbable, biodegradable, non-biodegradable)
Does Dr. Averbach accept my insurance?
Dr. Averbach accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 543-6777 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Averbach accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Averbach 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
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
Community Health Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Kaiser Permanente
Other Health Care Provider
Sharp HealthCare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Averbach's office located?
What is Dr. Averbach's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Averbach's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1700012457.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Averbach?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Averbach
What is Dr. Sarah Averbach's specialty?
Dr. Averbach is a Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN) near San Diego, CA.
What does an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN) do?
An obstetrician/gynecologist has specialized knowledge, skills, and expertise in the medical and surgical management of the female reproductive system and related disorders. This physician acts as a consultant to other healthcare providers while also serving as a primary care physician for women, addressing their unique health needs throughout various stages of life.
Is this Dr. Sarah Averbach affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Averbach is affiliated with Jacobs Medical Center At Uc San Diego Health, Sharp Grossmont Hospital 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 Sarah Averbach accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Sarah Averbach is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sarah Averbach offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Averbach's office at (619) 543-6777 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sarah Averbach?
Please contact Dr. Averbach's office at (619) 543-6777 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Sarah Averbach have?
Dr. Sarah Averbach is certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology.
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