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Dr. David Poole, MD

San Diego, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Poole, Pediatrician in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. David Poole, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA. Dr. Poole is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Poole’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Poole’s office at (206) 987-2000.

    What languages does Dr. Poole speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Poole typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Poole 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. Poole. 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:

    • Acute Bronchiolitis
    • RSV Bronchiolitis
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Respiratory Syncytial Virus Infection
    • Inflammation of small airways
    • Bronchiole infection
    • Acute lung inflammation
    • RSV lung infection
    • Viral bronchiolitis
    • Acute bronchiolitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J219: Acute bronchiolitis, unspecified
    • J210: Acute bronchiolitis due to respiratory syncytial virus

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Severe Asthma Attack (Status Asthmaticus)
    • Asthma
    • Asthma Emergency
    • Prolonged Asthma Attack
    • Status Asthmaticus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J4522: Mild intermittent asthma with status asthmaticus
    • J4532: Mild persistent asthma with status asthmaticus

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Childbirth Problems
    • Infant affected by childbirth problems
    • Baby affected by delivery complications
    • Newborn with birth complications
    • Neonatal effects of labor issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • P0389: Newborn affected by other specified complications of labor and delivery

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Poole typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. David Poole may include:

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

    Does Dr. Poole accept my insurance?

    Dr. Poole accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (206) 987-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Poole 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 Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Inland Empire Health Plan

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Poole's office located?

    Dr. David Poole's Primary Practice

    3020 Childrens Way

    San Diego, CA 92123

    (206) 987-2000

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

    Dr. Poole's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1033613765.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Poole?

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

    What is Dr. David Poole's specialty?

    Dr. Poole is a Pediatrician near San Diego, 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. David Poole affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Poole is affiliated with Sharp Grossmont Hospital, Tri-City Medical Center, Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center, Palomar Medical Center Escondido, Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas, Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla 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 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 David Poole accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?

    Yes, Dr. David Poole is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. David Poole offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Poole's office at (206) 987-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with David Poole?

    Please contact Dr. Poole's office at (206) 987-2000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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