14 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sun, Pediatric Cardiologist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Heather Sun, MD is a Pediatric Cardiologist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 14 years and is board certified. Dr. Sun completed her residency at Presbyterian Hospital Of New York. Dr. Sun is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sun’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sun’s office at (858) 966-5855.
Where did Dr. Sun go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Lucile Salter Packard Childrens Hospital -Stanford
Residency: Presbyterian Hospital Of New York
What languages does Dr. Sun speak?
Dr. Sun and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Sun treat?
As a Pediatric Cardiologist, Dr. Sun 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. Sun. 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:
- Fetal Abnormality
- Birth Defects
- Health Problems in Pregnancy
- Congenital Anomaly
- Fetal Malformation
- Developmental Abnormality
- Birth Defect
ICD-10 Codes:
- O358XX0: Maternal care for other (suspected) fetal abnormality and damage, not applicable or unspecified
- O359XX0: Maternal care for (suspected) fetal abnormality and damage, unspecified, not applicable or unspecified
- O358XX1: Maternal care for other (suspected) fetal abnormality and damage, fetus 1
Also known as:
- Ventricular Septal Defect
- Patent Ductus Arteriosus
- Leaky Aortic Valve at Birth
- Secundum Atrial Septal Defect
- Tetralogy of Fallot
- Double Aortic Arch
- Congenital Heart Defects
- Heart Valve Disease
- Critical congenital heart disease
- VSD
- Hole in the Heart (Ventricles)
- Congenital Heart Anomaly
- PDA
- Open Ductus Arteriosus
- Heart Connection Problem in Newborns
- Congenital Aortic Regurgitation
- Aortic Valve Insufficiency
- Aortic Valve Leak
- ASD Secundum Type
- Hole in Upper Heart Chamber (Secundum)
- Most Common ASD
- TOF
- Blue Baby Syndrome
- Complex Heart Defect
- Vascular Ring
- Two Aortic Arches
- Aortic Arch Anomaly
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q210: Ventricular septal defect
- Q250: Patent ductus arteriosus
- Q231: Congenital insufficiency of aortic valve
- Q2111: Secundum atrial septal defect
- Q213: Tetralogy of Fallot
- Q2545: Double aortic arch
Also known as:
- Heart Murmur
- Congenital Heart Defects
- Heart Valve Disease
- Cardiac murmur
- Abnormal heart sound
- Heart sound abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R011: Cardiac murmur, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fetal Heart Anomalies
- Congenital Heart Defects in Fetus
- Fetal Cardiac Malformations
- Fetal Heart Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- O35BXX0: Maternal care for other (suspected) fetal abnormality and damage, fetal cardiac anomalies, not applicable or unspecified
Also known as:
- History of Corrected Heart and Circulatory System Birth Defects
- Birth Defects
- Heart Disease
- Past heart malformations
- Previous corrected congenital heart problems
- History of circulatory system birth anomalies
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z8774: Personal history of (corrected) congenital malformations of heart and circulatory system
Also known as:
- Cardiovascular Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- Heart Disease Screening
- Vascular Disease Check
- Cardiac Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z136: Encounter for screening for cardiovascular disorders
Also known as:
- Family History of Heart Disease
- Family History
- Heart Disease
- Hereditary heart disease risk
- Genetic predisposition to heart problems
- Heart conditions in the family
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z8249: Family history of ischemic heart disease and other diseases of the circulatory system
Also known as:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
Also known as:
- Other Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
Also known as:
- Rib Pain
- Chest Pain
- Intercostal neuralgia
- Pain between ribs
- Costochondritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0782: Intercostal pain
Also known as:
- Kawasaki disease
- Kawasaki Disease
- Mucocutaneous lymph node syndrome
- Kawasaki syndrome
- Infantile polyarteritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M303: Mucocutaneous lymph node syndrome [Kawasaki]
Also known as:
- Personal History of Chemotherapy
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Past chemotherapy treatment
- Previous cancer drug therapy
- History of chemo
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z9221: Personal history of antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Heart Palpitations
- Arrhythmia
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R002: Palpitations
Which procedures does Dr. Sun perform as a Pediatric Cardiologist?
As a Pediatric Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Heather Sun may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Sun's office.
Does Dr. Sun accept my insurance?
Dr. Sun 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. Sun accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Sun 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Inland Empire
Other Health Care Provider
Scripps Health
Sharp Health Plan
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Sun's office located?
What is Dr. Sun's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sun's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1811173883.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sun?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sun
What is Dr. Heather Sun's specialty?
Dr. Sun is a Pediatric Cardiologist near San Diego, CA. 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. Contact Dr. Sun to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Heather Sun affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sun is affiliated with Jacobs Medical Center At Uc San Diego Health, Sharp Memorial 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
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Is Heather Sun accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Heather Sun is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Heather Sun offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sun's office at (858) 966-5855 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Heather Sun?
Please contact Dr. Sun's office at (858) 966-5855 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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