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23 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Bellars, Anesthesiologist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Richard Bellars, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified. Dr. Bellars is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bellars’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bellars’s office at (619) 543-5754.
What languages does Dr. Bellars speak?
Dr. Bellars and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Bellars treat?
As a Anesthesiologist, Dr. Bellars 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. Bellars. 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:
- Cataract
- Cloudy Lens
- Lens Opacity
- Eye Clouding
ICD-10 Codes:
- H269: Unspecified cataract
Also known as:
- Gallstones
- Cholelithiasis
- Gallbladder stones
- Biliary calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
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
Which procedures does Dr. Bellars perform as a Anesthesiologist?
As a Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Richard Bellars may include:
- Airway Management
- Anesthesia Consultation
- Anti-Ischemic Therapy
- Anti-Viral Therapy
- Arterial Blood Gas Sampling
- Balloon Pump
- Critical Care Anesthesia
- Endotracheal Intubation
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Bellars' office.
Does Dr. Bellars accept my insurance?
Dr. Bellars accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 543-5754 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bellars accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Bellars 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 Territories
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Inland Empire
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Sharp Health Plan
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Bellars' office located?
What is Dr. Bellars's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bellars's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1225057839.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bellars?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bellars
What is Dr. Richard Bellars's specialty?
Dr. Bellars is a Anesthesiologist near San Diego, CA. A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer. Contact Dr. Bellars to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Richard Bellars affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bellars is affiliated with Palomar Medical Center Escondido 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 Anesthesiologist?
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Is Richard Bellars accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Richard Bellars is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Bellars offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bellars's office at (619) 543-5754 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Bellars?
Please contact Dr. Bellars's office at (619) 543-5754 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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