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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Polich, Pediatrician in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Michelle Polich, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA. She is board certified. Dr. Polich is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Polich’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Polich’s office at (858) 966-5841.
What languages does Dr. Polich speak?
Dr. Polich and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Polich treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Polich 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. Polich. 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:
- Acute Bronchiolitis
- RSV Bronchiolitis
- Sudden Airway Spasm
- Bronchial Disorder
- Respiratory Syncytial Virus Infection
- Inflammation of small airways
- Bronchiole infection
- Acute lung inflammation
- RSV lung infection
- Viral bronchiolitis
- Acute bronchiolitis
- Acute airway constriction
- Bronchial spasm
- Sudden narrowing of airways
ICD-10 Codes:
- J219: Acute bronchiolitis, unspecified
- J210: Acute bronchiolitis due to respiratory syncytial virus
- J9801: Acute bronchospasm
Also known as:
- Severe Asthma Attack (Status Asthmaticus)
- Severe Asthma Attack
- Asthma
- Asthma Emergency
- Prolonged Asthma Attack
- Status Asthmaticus
- Life-Threatening Asthma
- Severe Persistent Asthma Exacerbation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4532: Mild persistent asthma with status asthmaticus
- J4522: Mild intermittent asthma with status asthmaticus
- J4542: Moderate persistent asthma with status asthmaticus
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute Respiratory Failure
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden lung failure
- Acute breathing failure
- Rapid onset respiratory failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
Also known as:
- Dehydration
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Lack of Fluids
- Fluid Loss
- Body Water Depletion
ICD-10 Codes:
- E860: Dehydration
Also known as:
- Bacterial Pneumonia
- Viral Pneumonia
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection (Bacterial)
- Pneumonitis
- Community-acquired Pneumonia
- Lung Infection (Viral)
- Atypical Pneumonia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J159: Unspecified bacterial pneumonia
- J129: Viral pneumonia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Bronchiolitis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Bronchiolitis
- Inflammation of small airways
- Acute inflammation of bronchioles
ICD-10 Codes:
- J218: Acute bronchiolitis due to other specified organisms
Also known as:
- Newborn Jaundice
- Newborn Jaundice from Other Causes
- Jaundice
- Neonatal Jaundice
- Infant Jaundice
- Physiological Jaundice
- Various causes of infant jaundice
- Other reasons for baby yellow skin
- Uncommon newborn jaundice causes
ICD-10 Codes:
- P599: Neonatal jaundice, unspecified
- P598: Neonatal jaundice from other specified causes
Also known as:
- Kidney Infection
- Kidney Disease
- Kidney Infection (Pyelonephritis)
- Pyelonephritis
- Acute Kidney Infection
- Renal Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N10: Acute pyelonephritis
Also known as:
- Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Digestive Disease
- Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
- Non-Bacterial Colitis
- Gut Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Polich perform as a Pediatrician?
As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by a Dr. Michelle Polich may include:
- 12 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 15 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 18 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 1 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 24 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Week Well Baby Checkup
- 30 Month Well-Baby Checkup
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Polich's office.
Does Dr. Polich accept my insurance?
Dr. Polich accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 966-5841 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Polich accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Polich 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
Community Health Group
Inland Empire
Kaiser Permanente
Other Health Care Provider
Scripps Health
Sharp Health Plan
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Polich's office located?
Dr. Michelle Polich's Primary Practice
3020 Childrens Way
San Diego, CA 92123
(858) 966-5841
What is Dr. Polich's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Polich's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1780118018.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Polich?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Polich
What is Dr. Michelle Polich's specialty?
Dr. Polich is a Pediatrician near San Diego, CA. 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. Contact Dr. Polich to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Michelle Polich affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Polich is affiliated with Sharp Grossmont Hospital 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 Pediatrician?
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Is Michelle Polich accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Michelle Polich is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michelle Polich offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Polich's office at (858) 966-5841 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michelle Polich?
Please contact Dr. Polich's office at (858) 966-5841 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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