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Who is Dr. Capetanakis, Obstetrician in Encinitas, CA?
Dr. Nikolas Capetanakis, DO is an Obstetrician, who primarily practices in Encinitas, CA. He is board certified. Dr. Capetanakis is fluent in English and Greek, Modern (1453-), and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Capetanakis’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Capetanakis’s office at (760) 634-2814.
Is Dr. Capetanakis board certified as an Obstetrician?
Yes, Dr. Nikolas Capetanakis, DO is board certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology
What languages does Dr. Capetanakis speak?
Dr. Capetanakis and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Greek, Modern (1453-)
What conditions does an Obstetrician like Dr. Capetanakis typically treat?
As an Obstetrician, Dr. Capetanakis 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. Capetanakis. 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 Gynecological Exam (Normal Findings)
- Women's Health Checkup
- Women's checkup, all clear
- Pelvic exam, normal results
- OB/GYN visit, no issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01419: Encounter for gynecological examination (general) (routine) without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Amenorrhea
- Menstruation
- Absent Periods
- No Periods
- Lack of Menstruation
ICD-10 Codes:
- N912: Amenorrhea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Positive Pregnancy Test
- Pregnancy
- Confirmed Pregnancy
- Pregnant Result
- Positive HCG Test
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z3201: Encounter for pregnancy test, result positive
Also known as:
- Pregnancy Care for Older Mothers with Previous Births
- Health Problems in Pregnancy
- Advanced Maternal Age Multiple Pregnancies
- Elderly Multigravida Care
- Older Mother with Prior Births Pregnancy Monitoring
ICD-10 Codes:
- O09529: Supervision of elderly multigravida, unspecified trimester
- O09523: Supervision of elderly multigravida, third trimester
Also known as:
- Baby Growing Too Slowly
- Health Problems in Pregnancy
- Fetal growth restriction
- Small for gestational age
- Intrauterine growth restriction (IUGR)
ICD-10 Codes:
- O365990: Maternal care for other known or suspected poor fetal growth, unspecified trimester, not applicable or unspecified
Also known as:
- Prenatal Care for Normal Pregnancy
- Prenatal Care
- Routine Pregnancy Check-ups
- Maternity Care
- Normal Pregnancy Supervision
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z3490: Encounter for supervision of normal pregnancy, unspecified, unspecified trimester
What procedures does an Obstetrician like Dr. Capetanakis typically perform?
As an Obstetrician, Dr. Capetanakis 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. Capetanakis. 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:
- Fetal Non-Stress Test
- Nonstress Test
- Nonstress Test (NST)
- Fetal Heart Rate Monitoring
- NST for Pregnancy
- Baby Heartbeat Test
CPT Codes:
- 59025: Fetal non-stress test
Also known as:
- Comprehensive Prenatal Care (7+ Visits)
- Prenatal Care
- Antepartum Care
- Pregnancy Check-ups
- Maternity Care
- Obstetric Visits
CPT Codes:
- 59426: Antepartum care only; 7 or more visits
Also known as:
- Vaginal Delivery with Postpartum Care
- Cesarean Delivery with Postpartum Care
- Natural Childbirth
- Assisted Vaginal Delivery
- Normal Delivery
- C-section
- Surgical birth
- Caesarean section
CPT Codes:
- 59410: Vaginal delivery only (with or without episiotomy and/or forceps); including postpartum care
- 59515: Cesarean delivery only; including postpartum care
Also known as:
- Prenatal Care Visits (4-6)
- Prenatal Care
- Antepartum visits
- Pregnancy check-ups
- Maternity care appointments
CPT Codes:
- 59425: Antepartum care only; 4-6 visits
Also known as:
- Colposcopy with Cervical Biopsy and Curettage
- Colposcopy
- Cervical Biopsy
- Endocervical Curettage
- Pap Smear Follow-up Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 57454: Colposcopy of the cervix including upper/adjacent vagina; with biopsy(s) of the cervix and endocervical curettage
Also known as:
- Hysteroscopy with Biopsy or Polyp Removal
- Biopsy
- Hysteroscopy
- Uterine Scope with Biopsy
- Hysteroscopic Polypectomy
- D&C with Hysteroscopy
CPT Codes:
- 58558: Hysteroscopy, surgical; with sampling (biopsy) of endometrium and/or polypectomy, with or without D & C
Does Dr. Capetanakis accept my insurance?
Dr. Capetanakis accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (760) 634-2814 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Capetanakis accept in Encinitas, CA?
Dr. Capetanakis in Encinitas, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
Christian Healthcare Ministries
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
HealthComp
Spectrum
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Capetanakis' office located?
Dr. Nikolas Capetanakis' Primary Practice
535 Encinitas Blvd Ste 120
Encinitas, CA 92024
(760) 634-2814
What is Dr. Capetanakis's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Capetanakis's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1184835860.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Capetanakis?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Capetanakis
What is Dr. Nikolas Capetanakis's specialty?
Dr. Capetanakis is a Obstetrician near Encinitas, CA.
What does an Obstetrician do?
A physician specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of patients with obstetric conditions focuses on the health and care of women during pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period, addressing a wide range of issues related to maternal and fetal well-being.
Is this Dr. Nikolas Capetanakis affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Capetanakis is affiliated with Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas, Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego 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 Nikolas Capetanakis accepting new patients in Encinitas, CA?
Yes, Dr. Nikolas Capetanakis is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nikolas Capetanakis offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Capetanakis's office at (760) 634-2814 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nikolas Capetanakis?
Please contact Dr. Capetanakis's office at (760) 634-2814 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Nikolas Capetanakis have?
Dr. Nikolas Capetanakis is certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology.
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