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Dr. Dana Mueller, MD

San Diego, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Mueller, Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Dana Mueller, MD is a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Mueller is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mueller’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mueller’s office at (858) 966-5855.

    What languages does Dr. Mueller speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist like Dr. Mueller typically treat?

    As a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, Dr. Mueller 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. Mueller. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome
    • Complete Atrioventricular Septal Defect
    • Narrowing of the Aorta
    • Congenital Heart Defects
    • Critical congenital heart disease
    • HLHS
    • Underdeveloped Left Heart
    • Complex Congenital Heart Disease
    • Complete AVSD
    • Full Endocardial Cushion Defect
    • Large Hole in Heart
    • Aortic Coarctation
    • CoA
    • Pinched Aorta

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q234: Hypoplastic left heart syndrome
    • Q2123: Complete atrioventricular septal defect
    • Q251: Coarctation of aorta

    Also known as:

    • Other Post-Surgery Condition
    • Postoperative State
    • Recovery After Surgery
    • Surgical Follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states

    Also known as:

    • History of Corrected Heart and Circulatory System Birth Defects
    • Birth Defects
    • Heart Disease
    • Past heart malformations
    • Previous corrected congenital heart problems
    • History of circulatory system birth anomalies

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z8774: Personal history of (corrected) congenital malformations of heart and circulatory system

    What procedures does a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist like Dr. Mueller typically perform?

    As a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Dana Mueller may include:

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

    Does Dr. Mueller accept my insurance?

    Dr. Mueller accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 966-5855 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Mueller 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

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • Community Health Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Sharp HealthCare

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Mueller's office located?

    Dr. Dana Mueller's Primary Practice

    3020 Childrens Way

    San Diego, CA 92123

    (858) 966-5855

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    Dr. Dana Mueller's Practice 2

    8001 Frost St

    San Diego, CA 92123

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

    Dr. Mueller's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1184915712.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mueller?

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

    What is Dr. Dana Mueller's specialty?

    Dr. Mueller is a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist near San Diego, CA.

    What does a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist do?

    A pediatrician specialized in advanced life support for children, from term and near-term neonates to adolescents, with expertise in managing critical care for life-threatening organ system failures in both medical and surgical patients. This specialist is skilled in supporting vital physiological functions and often takes on administrative responsibilities within intensive care units, coordinating patient care and collaborating closely with other specialists to ensure comprehensive treatment.

    Is this Dr. Dana Mueller affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Mueller is affiliated with Banner - University Medical Center Tucson 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 a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist. 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 Dana Mueller accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Dana Mueller is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Dana Mueller offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Mueller's office at (858) 966-5855 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dana Mueller?

    Please contact Dr. Mueller's office at (858) 966-5855 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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