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 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 a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Tamas typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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:
- Vomiting
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Throwing up
- Emesis
- Puking
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1110: Vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
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:
- Acute Bronchiolitis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Inflammation of small airways
- Bronchiole infection
- Acute lung inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J219: Acute bronchiolitis, 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:
- 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
What procedures does a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Tamas typically perform?
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
Please contact Dr. Tamas' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
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
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Community Health Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Kaiser Permanente
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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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.
What does a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
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.
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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