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Who is Dr. Keller, Pediatric Surgeon in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Benjamin Keller, MD is a Pediatric Surgeon, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Keller is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Keller’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Keller’s office at (858) 966-7711.
What languages does Dr. Keller speak?
Dr. Keller and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatric Surgeon like Dr. Keller typically treat?
As a Pediatric Surgeon, Dr. Keller 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. Keller. 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:
- Other Skin Disorder
- Skin Condition
- Unspecified Skin Condition
- Skin and Tissue Disorder
- Dermatological Condition
ICD-10 Codes:
- L988: Other specified disorders of the skin and subcutaneous tissue
Also known as:
- Acute Appendicitis
- Acute Appendicitis with Localized Abdominal Infection
- Appendicitis
- Peritoneal Disorder
- Inflamed Appendix
- Sudden Appendix Inflammation
- Appendicitis Attack
- Appendicitis with Local Peritonitis
- Localized Abdominal Infection from Appendix
- Early Appendicitis with Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis
- K3530: Acute appendicitis with localized peritonitis, without perforation or gangrene
Also known as:
- Umbilical Hernia
- Groin Hernia (One Side)
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Belly Button Hernia
- Navel Hernia
- Umbilical Rupture
- Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Single Groin Hernia
- Hernia in One Groin
ICD-10 Codes:
- K429: Umbilical hernia without obstruction or gangrene
- K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
Also known as:
- Sunken Chest
- Birth Defects
- Pectus Excavatum
- Funnel Chest
- Concave Chest
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q676: Pectus excavatum
What procedures does a Pediatric Surgeon like Dr. Keller typically perform?
As a Pediatric Surgeon, Dr. Keller performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Keller. 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:
- Small Abdominal Hernia Repair
- Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
- Ventral hernia repair
- Umbilical hernia surgery
- Epigastric hernia repair with mesh
- Incisional hernia repair
- Keyhole Groin Hernia Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Hernia Repair
- Laparoscopic Hernioplasty
CPT Codes:
- 49591: Repair of anterior abdominal hernia(s) (ie, epigastric, incisional, ventral, umbilical, spigelian), any approach (ie, open, laparoscopic, robotic), initial, including implantation of mesh or other prosthesis when performed, total length of defect(s); less than 3 cm, reducible
- 49650: Laparoscopy, surgical; repair initial inguinal hernia
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Gastrostomy
- Keyhole Stomach Opening
- Laparoscopic Stomach Tube Placement
- Stamm Gastrostomy
CPT Codes:
- 43653: Laparoscopy, surgical; gastrostomy, without construction of gastric tube (eg, Stamm procedure) (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Diagnostic Laparoscopy of Abdomen
- Exploratory Laparoscopy
- Abdominal Scope
- Peritoneal Biopsy
- Omentum Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 49320: Laparoscopy, abdomen, peritoneum, and omentum, diagnostic, with or without collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Appendectomy
- Minimally Invasive Appendectomy
- Keyhole Appendectomy
- Scope Appendectomy
CPT Codes:
- 44970: Laparoscopy, surgical, appendectomy
Also known as:
- Tunneled Central Venous Catheter Removal
- Central Line Explant
- Port-a-Cath Removal
- Implantable Venous Access Device Removal
- Tunneled Catheter Extraction
CPT Codes:
- 36590: Removal of tunneled central venous access device, with subcutaneous port or pump, central or peripheral insertion
Also known as:
- Complicated Pilonidal Cyst Removal
- Pilonidal Sinus Excision
- Surgery for Pilonidal Cyst
- Complex Pilonidal Cystectomy
- Tailbone Cyst Removal
CPT Codes:
- 11772: Excision of pilonidal cyst or sinus; complicated
Does Dr. Keller accept my insurance?
Dr. Keller accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 966-7711 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Keller accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Keller 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
Cigna Group
Community Health 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. Keller's office located?
Dr. Benjamin Keller's Primary Practice
3030 Childrens Way
San Diego, CA 92123
(858) 966-7711
What is Dr. Keller's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Keller's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1285953364.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Keller?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Keller
What is Dr. Benjamin Keller's specialty?
Dr. Keller is a Pediatric Surgeon near San Diego, CA.
What does a Pediatric Surgeon do?
Pediatric Surgeons specializes in the management of surgical conditions in premature infants, newborns, children, and adolescents.
Is this Dr. Benjamin Keller affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Keller is affiliated with Palomar Medical Center Escondido, Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center, Sharp Memorial Hospital, Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas, Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, Tri-City Medical Center 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
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Is Benjamin Keller accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Benjamin Keller is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Benjamin Keller offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Keller's office at (858) 966-7711 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Benjamin Keller?
Please contact Dr. Keller's office at (858) 966-7711 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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