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Dr. Sudha Amatya, MD

Pediatrician

San Diego, CA

Accepting patients

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

    Dr. Sudha Amatya, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Amatya completed her residency at Wake Forest U Baptist Med Ctr, Pediatrics. Dr. Amatya is fluent in English, Hindi, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Amatya’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Amatya’s office at (619) 515-2400.

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

    • Residency: Wake Forest U Baptist Med Ctr, Pediatrics

    • Medical School: Dow Med College University Of Karachi Pakistan

    Is Dr. Amatya board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Sudha Amatya, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Amatya speak?

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

    • English
    • Hindi
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Amatya typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Amatya 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. Amatya. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Routine Blood Pressure Check (Normal Findings)
    • Vital Signs
    • Normal BP reading
    • Blood pressure screening, all clear
    • Healthy blood pressure check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0130: Encounter for examination of blood pressure without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Healthy Weight Child (BMI 5th-85th percentile)
    • Body Weight
    • Normal BMI for child
    • Child healthy weight
    • Pediatric normal weight

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z6852: Body mass index [BMI] pediatric, 5th percentile to less than 85th percentile for age

    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:

    • Exercise Counseling
    • Fitness Coaching
    • Physical Activity Guidance
    • Exercise Prescription

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7182: Exercise counseling

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z713: Dietary counseling and surveillance

    Also known as:

    • Obese Child (BMI at or above 95th percentile)
    • Body Weight
    • Childhood obesity
    • Pediatric high BMI
    • Overweight child BMI

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z6854: Body mass index [BMI] pediatric, 95th percentile for age to less than 120% of the 95th percentile for age

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Amatya typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Sudha Amatya may include:

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

    Does Dr. Amatya accept my insurance?

    Dr. Amatya accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 515-2400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Amatya accept in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Amatya 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

    • Community Health Group

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Other Provider Networks

    • Rady Childrens Hospital-San Diego

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    Where is Dr. Amatya's office located?

    Dr. Sudha Amatya's Primary Practice

    5454 El Cajon Blvd

    San Diego, CA 92115

    (619) 515-2400

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    Dr. Sudha Amatya's Practice 2

    823 Gateway Center Way

    San Diego, CA 92102

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    What hospitals are Dr. Amatya affiliated with?

    Dr. Amatya has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Rady Childrens Hospital - San Diego,San Diego, CA
    Paradise Valley Hospital,National City, CA

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

    Dr. Amatya's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1790830511.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Amatya?

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

    What is Dr. Sudha Amatya's specialty?

    Dr. Amatya is a Pediatrician near San Diego, CA.

    What does a Pediatrician do?

    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.

    Is Dr. Sudha Amatya affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Amatya is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Rady Childrens Hospital - San Diego, Paradise Valley Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 a Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatrician. 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. Sudha Amatya accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Sudha Amatya is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Sudha Amatya offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Amatya's office at (619) 515-2400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Sudha Amatya?

    Please contact Dr. Amatya's office at (619) 515-2400 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Amatya's office located?

    Dr. Amatya's office is located in San Diego, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Sudha Amatya have?

    Dr. Sudha Amatya is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.