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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gastelum, Critical Care Anesthesiologist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Jennifer Gastelum, MD is a Critical Care Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Gastelum is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gastelum’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gastelum’s office at (858) 565-9666.
What languages does Dr. Gastelum speak?
Dr. Gastelum and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Gastelum treat?
As a Critical Care Anesthesiologist, Dr. Gastelum 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. Gastelum. 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.
Also known as:
- Uncomplicated Childbirth
- Childbirth
- Normal Delivery
- Natural Birth
- Vaginal Delivery
ICD-10 Codes:
- O80: Encounter for full-term uncomplicated delivery
Also known as:
- Acute pain after medical procedure
- Pain
- Acute post-operative pain
- Pain after surgery
- Post-procedural pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain
Also known as:
- Cataract
- Cloudy Lens
- Lens Opacity
- Eye Clouding
ICD-10 Codes:
- H269: Unspecified cataract
Also known as:
- Previous C-section Scar During Pregnancy
- Cesarean Delivery
- Prior Cesarean Section
- Uterine Scar from C-section
- C-section History in Pregnancy
ICD-10 Codes:
- O34219: Maternal care for unspecified type scar from previous cesarean delivery
Also known as:
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- GI Bleeding
- Internal Digestive Bleeding
- Digestive Tract Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
- Gallbladder Disease
- Sudden Gallbladder Attack
- Acute Cholecystitis
- Sudden Gallbladder Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- K810: Acute cholecystitis
Also known as:
- Bipolar Disorder
- Manic depression
- Bipolar illness
- Mood disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F319: Bipolar disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Depression (Single Episode)
- Depression
- Major depression
- Depressive episode
- Clinical depression
ICD-10 Codes:
- F329: Major depressive disorder, single episode, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Swallowing Disorder
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Painful swallowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
What procedures does Dr. Gastelum perform?
As a Critical Care Anesthesiologist, Dr. Gastelum 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. Gastelum. 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.
Also known as:
- Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
- Shoulder Nerve Injection
- Arm Pain Injection
- Imaging-Guided Nerve Block
CPT Codes:
- 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed
Also known as:
- Abdominal Wall Nerve Block (TAP Block)
- TAP block
- Transversus abdominis plane block
- Rectus sheath block
- Abdominal pain injection
CPT Codes:
- 64488: Transversus abdominis plane (TAP) block (abdominal plane block, rectus sheath block) bilateral; by injections (includes imaging guidance, when performed)
Does Dr. Gastelum accept my insurance?
Dr. Gastelum accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 565-9666 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gastelum accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Gastelum in San Diego, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Crown Cork and Seal Company
Department of Veterans Affairs
Hackensack Meridian Health
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Other Support Agencies/Consultants
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Where is Dr. Gastelum's office located?
Dr. Jennifer Gastelum's Primary Practice
3626 Ruffin Rd
San Diego, CA 92123
(858) 565-9666
What is Dr. Gastelum's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gastelum's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1326381161.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gastelum?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gastelum
What is Dr. Jennifer Gastelum's specialty?
Dr. Gastelum is a Critical Care Anesthesiologist near San Diego, CA. A critical care anesthesiologist is dedicated to the examination, management, and support of patients having multiple organ dysfunction. In addition to their clinical responsibilities, this specialist may oversee administrative chores in intensive care units, allowing the primary care physician, critical care team, and other medical specialists to collaborate effectively on patient care. Contact Dr. Gastelum to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Jennifer Gastelum affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gastelum is affiliated with Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego 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
Where can I learn more about Critical Care Anesthesiologist?
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Is Jennifer Gastelum accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Jennifer Gastelum is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jennifer Gastelum offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gastelum's office at (858) 565-9666 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jennifer Gastelum?
Please contact Dr. Gastelum's office at (858) 565-9666 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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