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Dr. Amber Hildreth, DO
Pediatric Gastroenterologist
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San Diego, CA
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Hildreth, Pediatric Gastroenterologist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Amber Hildreth, DO is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Hildreth is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hildreth’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hildreth’s office at (858) 966-4003.
What languages does Dr. Hildreth speak?
Dr. Hildreth and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Hildreth treat?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Hildreth 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. Hildreth. 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:
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
- R1013: Epigastric pain
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Enzyme Levels
- Unspecified high enzymes
- Various enzyme abnormalities
- Abnormal serum enzyme levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- R748: Abnormal levels of other serum enzymes
Also known as:
- Mild Malnutrition
- Severe Malnutrition
- Malnutrition
- Mild Protein-Energy Malnutrition
- Mild Nutritional Deficiency
- Slight Underweight
- Severe Protein-Energy Malnutrition
- Starvation
- Kwashiorkor
- Marasmus
ICD-10 Codes:
- E441: Mild protein-calorie malnutrition
- E43: Unspecified severe protein-calorie malnutrition
Also known as:
- Gastrostomy
- Ostomy
- Feeding Tube Opening
- Stomach Stoma
- G-tube
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z931: Gastrostomy status
Also known as:
- Unexplained Weight Loss
- Involuntary Weight Loss
- Significant Weight Loss
- Unintentional Weight Loss
ICD-10 Codes:
- R634: Abnormal weight loss
Also known as:
- Diarrhea
- Loose stools
- Runny poop
- Frequent bowel movements
ICD-10 Codes:
- R197: Diarrhea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Foreign object in respiratory tract causing injury
- Foreign Bodies
- Inhaled object causing harm
- Aspiration injury
- Object in breathing passages causing damage
ICD-10 Codes:
- T17908A: Unspecified foreign body in respiratory tract, part unspecified causing other injury, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Biliary Atresia
- Bile Duct Disease
- Birth Defects
- Blocked Bile Ducts at Birth
- Congenital Bile Duct Blockage
- Bile Duct Atresia
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q442: Atresia of bile ducts
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Failure to Thrive in Children
- Growth Disorder
- Poor growth in children
- Childhood growth problems
- Infant growth failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6251: Failure to thrive (child)
Also known as:
- Vomiting
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Throwing up
- Emesis
- Puking
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1110: Vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Liver Birth Defects
- Birth Defects
- Liver Disease
- Congenital Liver Abnormalities
- Liver Malformations in Infants
- Baby Liver Development Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q447: Other congenital malformations of liver
Also known as:
- Bilirubin Metabolism Disorder
- Metabolic Disorder
- Dubin-Johnson syndrome
- Dubin-Johnson syndrome', 'Gilbert's syndrome
- Jaundice cause
ICD-10 Codes:
- E806: Other disorders of bilirubin metabolism
Also known as:
- Abdominal Bloating
- Gas
- Gas in the Digestive Tract
- Bloated Stomach
- Swollen Belly
- Gaseous Distension
ICD-10 Codes:
- R140: Abdominal distension (gaseous)
Also known as:
- Other Feeding Difficulties
- Atypical Feeding Problems
- Unusual Eating Issues
- Specific Feeding Challenges
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6339: Other feeding difficulties
Also known as:
- Dark, Tarry Stools (Melena)
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Melena
- Black Stools
- Upper GI Bleed Signs
ICD-10 Codes:
- K921: Melena
Which procedures does Dr. Hildreth perform as a Pediatric Gastroenterologist?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Amber Hildreth may include:
- Colonoscopy
- Colonoscopy Consultation
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Endoscopy / Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Gastric Balloon
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Consultation
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Hildreth's office.
Does Dr. Hildreth accept my insurance?
Dr. Hildreth accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 966-4003 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hildreth accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Hildreth 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Inland Empire
Kaiser Permanente
Other Health Care Provider
Sharp Health Plan
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Hildreth's office located?
Dr. Amber Hildreth's Primary Practice
3030 Childrens Way
San Diego, CA 92123
(858) 966-4003
What is Dr. Hildreth's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hildreth's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1548521511.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hildreth?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hildreth
What is Dr. Amber Hildreth's specialty?
Dr. Hildreth is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist near San Diego, CA. A pediatrician specializing in diagnosing and treating digestive system diseases in infants, children, and adolescents. This expert manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice and is skilled in performing complex diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopic techniques to visualize internal organs. Contact Dr. Hildreth to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Amber Hildreth affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Hildreth is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Rady Childrens Hospital - San Diego, Rady Childrens Hospital - San Diego. 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
Where can I learn more about Pediatric Gastroenterologist?
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Is Amber Hildreth accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Amber Hildreth is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Amber Hildreth offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hildreth's office at (858) 966-4003 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Amber Hildreth?
Please contact Dr. Hildreth's office at (858) 966-4003 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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