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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Olson, Critical Care Surgeon in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Erik Olson, MD is a Critical Care Surgeon, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Olson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Olson’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Olson’s office.
What languages does Dr. Olson speak?
Dr. Olson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Olson treat?
As a Critical Care Surgeon, Dr. Olson 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. Olson. 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:
- Traumatic Subdural Brain Bleed
- Traumatic Brain Injury
- Subdural Hematoma
- Head Bleed
- Brain Hemorrhage
- Head Injury
- Subarachnoid Hemorrhage
- Brain Bleed
- TBI
ICD-10 Codes:
- S065XAA: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness status unknown, initial encounter
- S066X0A: Traumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage without loss of consciousness, initial encounter
- S065X0A: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage without loss of consciousness, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Head Laceration
- Wounds and Injuries
- Head Cut
- Deep Head Cut
- Head Wound
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0181XA: Laceration without foreign body of other part of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Scalp Cut
- Wounds and Injuries
- Scalp laceration
- Deep scalp cut
- Head cut
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0101XA: Laceration without foreign body of scalp, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Multiple Broken Ribs
- Chest Injuries and Disorder
- Fractures
- Multiple Rib Fractures
- Rib Cage Fracture
- Broken Ribs
ICD-10 Codes:
- S2241XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, right side, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Unspecified Injury
- General injury
- Injury, unknown type
- Trauma
ICD-10 Codes:
- T1490XA: Injury, unspecified, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Anemia from Sudden Blood Loss
- Anemia
- Acute Blood Loss Anemia
- Post-Hemorrhagic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D62: Acute posthemorrhagic anemia
Also known as:
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Bowel Obstruction
- Blocked Intestines
- Gut Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction
Also known as:
- Hemorrhagic Stroke
- Brain Bleed
- Cerebral Hemorrhage
- Intracranial Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- I609: Nontraumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Olson perform as a Critical Care Surgeon?
As a Critical Care Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Erik Olson may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Olson's office.
Does Dr. Olson accept my insurance?
Dr. Olson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Olson accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Olson 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
Centene
Community Health Group
Department of Defense / Tricare
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Molina
Presence Health
Providence Health Plans
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Where is Dr. Olson's office located?
What is Dr. Olson's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Olson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1174844815.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Olson?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Olson
What is Dr. Erik Olson's specialty?
Dr. Olson is a Critical Care Surgeon near San Diego, CA. A surgeon specializing in critical care medicine is an expert in managing critically ill and postoperative patients, particularly trauma victims. They are responsible to diagnose, treat, and support patients with multiple organ dysfunction. In addition to clinical care, these specialists may oversee the administration of intensive care units and coordinate patient care between the primary physician, critical care staff, and other specialists. Contact Dr. Olson to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Erik Olson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Olson is affiliated with Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego, St. Charles Bend 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
Where can I learn more about Critical Care Surgeon?
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Is Erik Olson accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Erik Olson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Erik Olson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Olson's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Erik Olson?
Please contact Dr. Olson's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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