Dr. Vanessa Tamas, MD
San Diego, CA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Tamas, Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Vanessa Tamas, MD is a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA. She is board certified. Dr. Tamas completed her residency at Children's Hospital Los Angeles. Dr. Tamas is fluent in English, French, German, Hebrew, and Persian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tamas’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tamas’s office at (858) 966-8036.
Where did Dr. Tamas go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Children's Hospital Los Angeles
Is Dr. Tamas board certified as a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Vanessa Tamas, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics , American Board of Dermatology
What languages does Dr. Tamas speak?
Dr. Tamas and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
German
Hebrew
Persian
What conditions does Dr. Tamas treat?
As a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Tamas 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. Tamas. 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:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Acute Bronchiolitis
- RSV Bronchiolitis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Respiratory Syncytial Virus Infection
- Inflammation of small airways
- Bronchiole infection
- Acute lung inflammation
- RSV lung infection
- Viral bronchiolitis
- Acute bronchiolitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J219: Acute bronchiolitis, unspecified
- J210: Acute bronchiolitis due to respiratory syncytial virus
Also known as:
- Vomiting
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Throwing up
- Emesis
- Puking
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1110: Vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Specified Lung Disorder
- Other Breathing Conditions
- Miscellaneous Respiratory Diseases
- Specific Lung Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- J988: Other specified respiratory disorders
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
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
Also known as:
- Croup
- Throat Disorder
- Acute Laryngitis
- Laryngotracheobronchitis
- Barking Cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- J050: Acute obstructive laryngitis [croup]
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Head Laceration
- Wounds and Injuries
- Head Cut
- Deep Head Cut
- Head Wound
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0181XA: Laceration without foreign body of other part of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Suicidal Thoughts
- Suicide
- Suicidal ideation
- Thoughts of ending life
- Self-harm thoughts
ICD-10 Codes:
- R45851: Suicidal ideations
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Behavioral Changes
- Mental Disorder
- Changes in behavior
- Unusual appearance
- Behavioral symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4689: Other symptoms and signs involving appearance and behavior
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Which procedures does Dr. Tamas perform as a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist?
As a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Vanessa Tamas may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Tamas' office.
Does Dr. Tamas accept my insurance?
Dr. Tamas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 966-8036 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tamas accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Tamas 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
Beacon Health Options
Blue Shield of California
CalOptima
Community Health Group
Crown Cork and Seal Company
Department of Defense / Tricare
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Kaiser Permanente
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Tamas' office located?
Dr. Vanessa Tamas' Primary Practice
3020 Childrens Way
San Diego, CA 92123
(858) 966-8036
What is Dr. Tamas's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tamas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1326225368.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tamas?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tamas
What is Dr. Vanessa Tamas's specialty?
Dr. Tamas is a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist near San Diego, CA. A pediatrician with specialized qualifications in managing emergencies in infants and children, providing rapid, expert care for acute medical situations to ensure the best possible outcomes. Contact Dr. Tamas to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Vanessa Tamas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Tamas is affiliated with Palomar Medical Center Escondido, Tri-City Medical Center, Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center, Sharp Grossmont Hospital, Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas, Palomar Medical Center Poway 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 Vanessa Tamas accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Vanessa Tamas is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Vanessa Tamas offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tamas's office at (858) 966-8036 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Vanessa Tamas?
Please contact Dr. Tamas's office at (858) 966-8036 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Vanessa Tamas have?
Dr. Vanessa Tamas is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics and American Board of Dermatology.
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