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Dr. Monica Kieffer, DO

Encinitas, CA

32 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Kieffer, Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) in Encinitas, CA?

    Dr. Monica Kieffer, DO is a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), who primarily practices in Encinitas, CA. She has been practicing for over 32 years and is board certified. Dr. Kieffer graduated from Western University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific and completed her residency at Heights Gen Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Kieffer is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kieffer’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kieffer’s office at (760) 436-6882.

    Where did Dr. Kieffer go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Heights Gen Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year

    • Medical School: Western University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific

    What languages does Dr. Kieffer speak?

    Dr. Kieffer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Kieffer treat?

    As a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), Dr. Kieffer 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. Kieffer. 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:

    • Neck Pain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Pain
    • Sore Neck
    • Neck Ache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    Also known as:

    • Migraine
    • Migraine headache
    • Severe headache
    • Vascular headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G43909: Migraine, unspecified, not intractable, without status migrainosus

    Also known as:

    • Neck Ligament Sprain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Sprains and Strains
    • Cervical Spine Sprain
    • Strained Neck Ligament
    • Whiplash

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S134XXS: Sprain of ligaments of cervical spine, sequela

    Also known as:

    • Long-Term Effects of Lower Back Ligament Sprain
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Sprains and Strains
    • Chronic Lumbar Sprain Issues
    • Persistent Lower Back Pain After Sprain
    • Spinal Ligament Injury Complications

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S335XXS: Sprain of ligaments of lumbar spine, sequela

    Also known as:

    • Sciatica
    • Sciatic Nerve Pain
    • Leg Pain from Back
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5430: Sciatica, unspecified side

    Also known as:

    • Unspecified TMJ Disorder
    • Temporomandibular Disorder
    • TMD (Temporomandibular Disorder)
    • TMD
    • Jaw joint pain (unspecified)
    • Temporomandibular dysfunction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M26609: Unspecified temporomandibular joint disorder, unspecified side

    Also known as:

    • Familial dysautonomia
    • Autonomic Nervous System Disorder
    • Riley-Day syndrome
    • Hereditary sensory and autonomic neuropathy type III
    • FD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G901: Familial dysautonomia [Riley-Day]

    Also known as:

    • Hydrocephalus
    • Water on the brain
    • Brain fluid buildup
    • Enlarged ventricles

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G919: Hydrocephalus, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Asthma
    • Reactive Airway Disease
    • Bronchial Asthma
    • Allergic Asthma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Chest Muscle Strain
    • Chest Injuries and Disorder
    • Sprains and Strains
    • Thoracic Muscle Strain
    • Pulled Chest Muscle
    • Chest Tendon Strain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S29019S: Strain of muscle and tendon of unspecified wall of thorax, sequela

    Also known as:

    • Long-term Effects of Left Ankle Injury
    • Ankle Injuries and Disorder
    • Chronic Left Ankle Pain
    • Left Ankle Injury Complications
    • Left Ankle Injury Aftermath

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S99912S: Unspecified injury of left ankle, sequela

    Also known as:

    • Tietze Syndrome
    • Cartilage Disorder
    • Chondrocostal junction syndrome
    • Chest wall pain
    • Costochondritis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M940: Chondrocostal junction syndrome [Tietze]

    Also known as:

    • Left Hip Muscle Strain
    • Hip Injuries and Disorder
    • Sprains and Strains
    • Pulled Left Hip Muscle
    • Left Hip Tendon Strain
    • Left Groin Strain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S76012S: Strain of muscle, fascia and tendon of left hip, sequela

    Also known as:

    • New Daily Persistent Headache
    • Headache
    • NDPH', 'Chronic daily headache onset', 'Headache that started suddenly and won't go away

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4452: New daily persistent headache (NDPH)

    Also known as:

    • Classical Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome
    • Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome
    • cEDS
    • EDS Type 1
    • Connective Tissue Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q7961: Classical Ehlers-Danlos syndrome

    Which procedures does Dr. Kieffer perform as a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner)?

    As a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), procedures performed by a Dr. Monica Kieffer may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Kieffer's office.

    Does Dr. Kieffer accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kieffer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (760) 436-6882 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kieffer accept in Encinitas, CA?

    Dr. Kieffer in Encinitas, 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

    • Cigna

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Directors Guild of America Employees

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Medicare

    • Sharp Health Plan

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Kieffer's office located?

    Dr. Monica Kieffer's Primary Practice

    842 2nd St

    Encinitas, CA 92024

    (760) 436-6882

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    What is Dr. Kieffer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Kieffer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1922022755.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kieffer?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kieffer

    What is Dr. Monica Kieffer's specialty?

    Dr. Kieffer is a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) near Encinitas, CA. A physician specializing in general practice is focused on diagnosing, treating, and managing patients with a wide range of illnesses and conditions. Contact Dr. Kieffer to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Monica Kieffer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Kieffer is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Monica Kieffer accepting new patients in Encinitas, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Monica Kieffer is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Monica Kieffer offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kieffer's office at (760) 436-6882 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Monica Kieffer?

    Please contact Dr. Kieffer's office at (760) 436-6882 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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