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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Borquez, Pediatric Cardiologist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Alejandro Borquez, MD is a Pediatric Cardiologist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Borquez is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Borquez’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Borquez’s office at (858) 966-5855.
What languages does Dr. Borquez speak?
Dr. Borquez and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pediatric Cardiologist like Dr. Borquez typically treat?
As a Pediatric Cardiologist, Dr. Borquez 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. Borquez. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Fast Heartbeat
- Heart Palpitations
- Arrhythmia
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
- R002: Palpitations
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
What procedures does a Pediatric Cardiologist like Dr. Borquez typically perform?
As a Pediatric Cardiologist, Dr. Borquez 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. Borquez. 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:
- Subcutaneous Cardiac Rhythm Monitor Insertion
- Implantable Loop Recorder Insertion
- Under-Skin Heart Monitor
- Cardiac Event Recorder Implant
CPT Codes:
- 33285: Insertion, subcutaneous cardiac rhythm monitor, including programming
Does Dr. Borquez accept my insurance?
Dr. Borquez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 966-5855 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Borquez accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Borquez 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. Borquez's office located?
What is Dr. Borquez's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Borquez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1114277787.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Borquez?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Borquez
What is Dr. Alejandro Borquez's specialty?
Dr. Borquez is a Pediatric Cardiologist near San Diego, CA.
What does a Pediatric Cardiologist do?
A pediatric cardiologist provides comprehensive care for children with cardiovascular issues, offering expertise in diagnosing, treating, and managing heart and blood vessel conditions. This specialist is skilled in selecting, performing, and interpreting structural and functional assessments of the heart and blood vessels, as well as conducting thorough clinical evaluations of cardiovascular diseases in young patients.
Is this Dr. Alejandro Borquez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Borquez is affiliated with Sharp Memorial Hospital, Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center, Palomar Medical Center Escondido, Tri-City Medical Center, Sharp Grossmont Hospital, Jacobs Medical Center At Uc San Diego Health 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 Pediatric Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Alejandro Borquez accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Alejandro Borquez is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alejandro Borquez offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Borquez's office at (858) 966-5855 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alejandro Borquez?
Please contact Dr. Borquez's office at (858) 966-5855 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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