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Dr. Neethi Ratnesar, MD

San Diego, CA

21 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ratnesar, Pediatrician in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Neethi Ratnesar, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Ratnesar completed her residency at Univ Of S Ca/Lac & Usc, Internal Medicine/Pediatrics. Dr. Ratnesar is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ratnesar’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ratnesar’s office at (619) 528-5000.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of S Ca/Lac & Usc, Internal Medicine/Pediatrics

    • Medical School: University of Southern Ca Sch of Med, Los Angeles Ca

    Is Dr. Ratnesar board certified in Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Neethi Ratnesar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Ratnesar speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Ratnesar treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Ratnesar 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. Ratnesar. 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:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Ear Infection
    • Otitis Media
    • Middle Ear Infection
    • Ear Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6691: Otitis media, unspecified, right ear
    • H6692: Otitis media, unspecified, left ear
    • H6693: Otitis media, unspecified, bilateral

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Autism Screening
    • Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Screening
    • ASD Screening
    • Autism Spectrum Disorder Test
    • Early Autism Detection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1341: Encounter for autism screening

    Also known as:

    • Nutrition Counseling
    • Nutrition
    • Dietary advice
    • Nutritional guidance
    • Healthy eating counseling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z713: Dietary counseling and surveillance

    Also known as:

    • Sinusitis
    • Sinus Infection
    • Rhinosinusitis
    • Acute Sinus Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J0190: Acute sinusitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Developmental Delay Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Child Development Check
    • Developmental Milestones Screening
    • Early Intervention Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1340: Encounter for screening for unspecified developmental delays

    Also known as:

    • Dermatitis
    • Eczema
    • Rashes
    • Atopic Dermatitis
    • Skin Inflammation
    • Skin Rash

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L309: Dermatitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Wheezing
    • Breathing Problems
    • Whistling breath
    • Wheezy breathing
    • Asthmatic breathing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R062: Wheezing

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    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:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Constipation
    • Difficulty Passing Stool
    • Infrequent Bowel Movements
    • Hard Stools

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5900: Constipation, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Newborn Checkup (Under 8 Days Old)
    • Baby Health Checkup
    • Infant and Newborn Care
    • Early infant health exam
    • First week baby checkup
    • Post-delivery newborn exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00110: Health examination for newborn under 8 days old

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Ratnesar perform as a Pediatrician?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by a Dr. Neethi Ratnesar may include:

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

    Does Dr. Ratnesar accept my insurance?

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

    Dr. Ratnesar 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

    • Community Health Group

    • Contra Costa

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Molina

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Quest

    • Sharp Health Plan

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Ratnesar's office located?

    Dr. Neethi Ratnesar's Primary Practice

    4647 Zion Ave

    San Diego, CA 92120

    (619) 528-5000

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    Dr. Neethi Ratnesar's Practice 2

    3875 Avocado Blvd

    La Mesa, CA 91941

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

    Dr. Ratnesar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1609928076.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ratnesar?

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

    What is Dr. Neethi Ratnesar's specialty?

    Dr. Ratnesar is a Pediatrician near San Diego, CA. A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development. Contact Dr. Ratnesar to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Neethi Ratnesar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ratnesar 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

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    Is Neethi Ratnesar accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Neethi Ratnesar is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Neethi Ratnesar offer online booking?

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

    How can I make an appointment with Neethi Ratnesar?

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

    Which board certifications does Dr. Neethi Ratnesar have?

    Dr. Neethi Ratnesar is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.

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