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32 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sister, Hospitalist in Escondido, CA?
Dr. Igor Sister, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Escondido, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 32 years. Dr. Sister is fluent in English, Hebrew, and Russian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sister’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sister’s office at (404) 367-3014.
Where did Dr. Sister go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Ryazan State Medical University | Rjazan Med Institute
What languages does Dr. Sister speak?
Dr. Sister and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hebrew
Russian
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Sister typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Sister 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. Sister. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Palliative Care
- Comfort care
- Supportive care
- Symptom management care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z515: Encounter for palliative care
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Sister typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Igor Sister may include:
Please contact Dr. Sister's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Sister accept my insurance?
Dr. Sister accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (404) 367-3014 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sister accept in Escondido, CA?
Dr. Sister in Escondido, 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
Conifer Health Solutions
HealthRight Group
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Other Health Care Provider
Sharp HealthCare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Sister's office located?
Dr. Igor Sister's Primary Practice
2185 Citracado Pkwy
Escondido, CA 92029
(404) 367-3014
What is Dr. Sister's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sister's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1518149467.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sister?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sister
What is Dr. Igor Sister's specialty?
Dr. Sister is a Hospitalist near Escondido, CA.
What does a Hospitalist do?
Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.
Is this Dr. Igor Sister affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sister is affiliated with Jacobs Medical Center At Uc San Diego Health, Palomar Medical Center Escondido, Palomar Medical Center Poway, Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas, Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego, Sharp Coronado Hospital 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 Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Igor Sister accepting new patients in Escondido, CA?
Yes, Dr. Igor Sister is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Igor Sister offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sister's office at (404) 367-3014 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Igor Sister?
Please contact Dr. Sister's office at (404) 367-3014 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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