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Dr. Richard Bellars, MD

Anesthesiologist

San Diego, CA

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 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 23 years. Dr. Bellars is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bellars’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare 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 an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Bellars typically treat?

    As an 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Cataract
    • Cloudy Lens
    • Lens Opacity
    • Eye Clouding

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H269: Unspecified cataract

    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

    Also known as:

    • Gallstones
    • Cholelithiasis
    • Gallbladder stones
    • Biliary calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Bellars typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Richard Bellars may include:

    Please contact Dr. Bellars' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    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

    • Blue Shield of California

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • HealthRight Group

    • Humana

    • Inland Empire Health Plan

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Sharp HealthCare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Bellars' office located?

    Dr. Richard Bellars' Primary Practice

    200 W Arbor Dr

    San Diego, CA 92103

    (619) 543-5754

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    Dr. Richard Bellars' Practice 2

    2185 Citracado Pkwy

    Escondido, CA 92029

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    Dr. Richard Bellars' Practice 3

    5471 Kearny Villa Rd Ste 100

    San Diego, CA 92123

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    What is Dr. Bellars's NPI number?A 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 an Anesthesiologist near San Diego, CA.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    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.

    Is 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

    When to see an Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Anesthesiologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. 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' office at (619) 543-5754 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Richard Bellars?

    Please contact Dr. Bellars' office at (619) 543-5754 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Bellars' office located?

    Dr. Bellars' offices are located in San Diego, CA and Escondido, CA.