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Dr. Arshia Etesam, MD

Physiatrist

San Diego, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Etesam, Physiatrist in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Arshia Etesam, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Etesam is fluent in English, Persian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Etesam’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Etesam’s office at (619) 260-8300.

    What languages does Dr. Etesam speak?

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

    • English
    • Persian
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Physiatrist like Dr. Etesam typically treat?

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Etesam 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. Etesam. 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:

    • Reduced Mobility
    • Walking Problems
    • Limited movement
    • Difficulty walking
    • Impaired mobility

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7409: Other reduced mobility

    Also known as:

    • Malaise
    • Fatigue
    • General discomfort
    • Feeling unwell
    • Unease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R5381: Other malaise

    Also known as:

    • Walking and Mobility Problems
    • Walking Problems
    • Gait Abnormalities
    • Trouble Moving
    • Mobility Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R269: Unspecified abnormalities of gait and mobility

    Also known as:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Long-Term Effects of Ischemic Stroke
    • Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia
    • Post-ischemic stroke complications
    • Stroke after-effects
    • Residual problems from brain infarction
    • Ischemic stroke sequelae

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
    • I6930: Unspecified sequelae of cerebral infarction

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Traumatic Brain Injury
    • TBI
    • Head Trauma
    • Brain Concussion
    • Cerebral Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S06890A: Other specified intracranial injury without loss of consciousness, initial encounter

    What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Etesam typically perform?

    As a Physiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Arshia Etesam may include:

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

    Does Dr. Etesam accept my insurance?

    Dr. Etesam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 260-8300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Etesam in San Diego, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Community Health Group

    • HealthRight Group

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Other Support Agencies/Consultants

    • Scripps Health

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Etesam's office located?

    Dr. Arshia Etesam's Primary Practice

    555 Washington St

    San Diego, CA 92103

    (619) 260-8300

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    Dr. Arshia Etesam's Practice 2

    2185 Citracado Pkwy

    Escondido, CA 92029

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

    Dr. Etesam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1427411172.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Etesam?

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

    What is Dr. Arshia Etesam's specialty?

    Dr. Etesam is a Physiatrist near San Diego, CA.

    What does a Physiatrist do?

    Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices.

    Is Dr. Arshia Etesam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Etesam is affiliated with Sharp Memorial Hospital, Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego, Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, Palomar Medical Center Escondido 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

    When to see a Physiatrist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Arshia Etesam accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Arshia Etesam is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Arshia Etesam offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Etesam's office at (619) 260-8300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Arshia Etesam?

    Please contact Dr. Etesam's office at (619) 260-8300 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Etesam's office located?

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