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Dr. James Pettit, MD

Anesthesiologist

San Diego, CA

36 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Pettit, Anesthesiologist in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. James Pettit, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA. He has been practicing for over 36 years and is board certified. Dr. Pettit graduated from University of California and completed his residency at Ucla Med Ctr, Anesthesiology; Cedars-Sinai Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Pettit is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pettit’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pettit’s office at (858) 565-9666.

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

    • Residency: Ucla Med Ctr, Anesthesiology; Cedars-Sinai Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | University Of California-Los Angeles | Cedars-Sinai Medical Center

    • Medical School: University of Ca, Los Angeles, Ucla Sch of Med, Los Angeles Ca | University of California

    Is Dr. Pettit board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. James Pettit, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Pettit speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Pettit typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Pettit 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. Pettit. 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:

    • Narrowed Aortic Valve
    • Leaky Mitral Valve
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Aortic Valve Stenosis
    • Tight Aortic Valve
    • Mitral Valve Insufficiency
    • Mitral Regurgitation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
    • I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • Uncomplicated Childbirth
    • Childbirth
    • Normal Delivery
    • Natural Birth
    • Vaginal Delivery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O80: Encounter for full-term uncomplicated delivery

    Also known as:

    • Acute pain after medical procedure
    • Pain
    • Acute post-operative pain
    • Pain after surgery
    • Post-procedural pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Pettit typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Pettit performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Pettit. 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:

    • Central Venous Catheter Insertion (Non-Tunneled)
    • Central Line Placement
    • CVC Insertion
    • Temporary Central Line
    • IV Access Catheter

    CPT Codes:

    • 36556: Insertion of non-tunneled centrally inserted central venous catheter; age 5 years or older

    Does Dr. Pettit accept my insurance?

    Dr. Pettit accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 565-9666 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Pettit accept in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Pettit in San Diego, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • OptumRx Administered Payer

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other Support Agencies/Consultants

    • Scripps Health

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    Where is Dr. Pettit's office located?

    Dr. James Pettit's Primary Practice

    3626 Ruffin Rd

    San Diego, CA 92123

    (858) 565-9666

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

    Dr. Pettit's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1205850567.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pettit?

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

    What is Dr. James Pettit's specialty?

    Dr. Pettit is an Anesthesiologist near San Diego, CA.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

    Is Dr. James Pettit affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Pettit is affiliated with Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 an Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. James Pettit accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?

    Yes, Dr. James Pettit is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. James Pettit offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Pettit's office at (858) 565-9666 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. James Pettit?

    Please contact Dr. Pettit's office at (858) 565-9666 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Pettit's office located?

    Dr. Pettit's office is located in San Diego, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. James Pettit have?

    Dr. James Pettit is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.