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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Tsuruta, Pediatrician in Chula Vista, CA?
Dr. Susy Tsuruta, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Chula Vista, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Tsuruta is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tsuruta’s office at (858) 499-2701.
What languages does Dr. Tsuruta speak?
Dr. Tsuruta and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Tsuruta typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Tsuruta 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. Tsuruta. 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:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Newborn Health Checkup (8-28 Days Old)
- Health Checkup
- Baby Health Checkup
- Infant and Newborn Care
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
- Newborn Exam
- Infant Checkup
- Post-Birth Checkup
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
- Z00111: Health examination for newborn 8 to 28 days old
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Newborn Checkup (Under 8 Days Old)
- Baby Health Checkup
- Infant and Newborn Care
- Early infant health exam
- First week baby checkup
- Post-delivery newborn exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00110: Health examination for newborn under 8 days old
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acne Vulgaris
- Acne
- Common acne
- Pimples
- Breakouts
ICD-10 Codes:
- L700: Acne vulgaris
Also known as:
- Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- General Anxiety
- Anxiety Problems
- Nervous Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Tsuruta typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Susy Tsuruta may include:
- 12 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 15 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 18 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 1 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 24 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Week Well Baby Checkup
- 30 Month Well-Baby Checkup
Please contact Dr. Tsuruta's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Tsuruta accept my insurance?
Dr. Tsuruta accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 499-2701 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tsuruta accept in Chula Vista, CA?
Dr. Tsuruta in Chula Vista, 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
Community Health Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Tsuruta's office located?
Dr. Susy Tsuruta's Primary Practice
1400 E Palomar St
Chula Vista, CA 91913
(858) 499-2701
What is Dr. Tsuruta's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tsuruta's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1154708378.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tsuruta?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tsuruta
What is Dr. Susy Tsuruta's specialty?
Dr. Tsuruta is a Pediatrician near Chula Vista, 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 this Dr. Susy Tsuruta affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Tsuruta is affiliated with Sharp Memorial Hospital 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 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 Susy Tsuruta accepting new patients in Chula Vista, CA?
Yes, Dr. Susy Tsuruta is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Susy Tsuruta offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tsuruta's office at (858) 499-2701 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Susy Tsuruta?
Please contact Dr. Tsuruta's office at (858) 499-2701 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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