Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hess, Plastic Surgeon in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Jason Hess, MD is a Plastic Surgeon, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. Dr. Hess is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hess’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hess’s office at (619) 299-7467.
Where did Dr. Hess go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Wright State University
Is Dr. Hess board certified in Plastic Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Jason Hess, MD is board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Hess speak?
Dr. Hess and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Hess treat?
As a Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Hess 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. Hess. 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:
- Cellulitis of Left Lower Limb
- Cellulitis
- Cellulitis of Right Upper Limb
- Left Leg Skin Infection
- Bacterial Left Leg Infection
- Spreading Left Leg Infection
- Bacterial Skin Infection
- Leg Skin Infection
- Spreading Skin Infection
- Arm Skin Infection
- Right Arm Skin Infection
- Bacterial Right Arm Infection
- Spreading Right Arm Infection
- Finger Skin Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- L03116: Cellulitis of left lower limb
- L03115: Cellulitis of right lower limb
- L03114: Cellulitis of left upper limb
- L03113: Cellulitis of right upper limb
- L03011: Cellulitis of right finger
Also known as:
- Pressure Sore
- Pressure Sores
- Bed Sore
- Decubitus Ulcer
- Pressure Ulcer
- Bedsores
- Decubitus Ulcers
- Pressure Ulcers
ICD-10 Codes:
- L89154: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 4
- L89150: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, unstageable
- L89159: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, unspecified stage
Also known as:
- Right Lower Leg Open Wound
- Wounds and Injuries
- Right Leg Cut
- Right Leg Injury
- Open Sore on Right Lower Leg
ICD-10 Codes:
- S81801A: Unspecified open wound, right lower leg, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Left Lower Leg Open Wound
- Wounds and Injuries
- Left Lower Leg Injury
- Left Calf Wound
- Left Shin Wound
ICD-10 Codes:
- S81802A: Unspecified open wound, left lower leg, initial encounter
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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Nasal Bone Fracture
- Fractures
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Broken Nose
- Nose Bone Break
- Fractured Nose
ICD-10 Codes:
- S022XXA: Fracture of nasal bones, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Breast Pain
- Breast Disease
- Mastalgia
- Tender Breasts
- Sore Breasts
ICD-10 Codes:
- N644: Mastodynia
Also known as:
- Cut on Lip
- Mouth Disorder
- Wounds and Injuries
- Deep cut on lip
- Lip laceration
- Torn lip
- Lip gash
ICD-10 Codes:
- S01511A: Laceration without foreign body of lip, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Personal History of Breast Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- Past breast cancer
- Previous mammary malignancy
- History of breast tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z853: Personal history of malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Right Hand Pain
- Hand Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Pain in right palm
- Right wrist and hand pain
- Right hand discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M79641: Pain in right hand
Also known as:
- External Surgical Wound Opening
- Wounds and Injuries
- External wound dehiscence
- Surgical incision separation
- Outer wound rupture
ICD-10 Codes:
- T8131XA: Disruption of external operation (surgical) wound, not elsewhere classified, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Breast implant hardening
- Breast Reconstruction
- Capsular contracture
- Breast implant scar tissue
ICD-10 Codes:
- T8544XA: Capsular contracture of breast implant, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Cut on Left Hand
- Hand Injuries and Disorder
- Wounds and Injuries
- Left Hand Laceration
- Open Left Hand Wound
- Left Hand Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S61412A: Laceration without foreign body of left hand, initial encounter
Which procedures does Dr. Hess perform as a Plastic Surgeon?
As a Plastic Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Jason Hess may include:
- Abdominal Wall Surgery
- Acute Burn Resuscitation
- Aesthetic Surgery Consultation
- Aesthetic Surgery Follow Up
- Body Sculpting Consultation
- Body Sculpting Treatment (Non-Surgical)
- Breast Augmentation
- Breast Biopsy
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Hess' office.
Does Dr. Hess accept my insurance?
Dr. Hess accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 299-7467 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hess accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Hess 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
Community Health Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Molina
Other Health Care Provider
Presence Health
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Hess' office located?
What is Dr. Hess's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hess's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1396786406.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hess?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hess
What is Dr. Jason Hess's specialty?
Dr. Hess is a Plastic Surgeon near San Diego, CA. A plastic surgeon specializes in repairing, reconstructing, or replacing physical defects involving the skin, musculoskeletal system, craniomaxillofacial structures, hands, extremities, breasts, trunk, and external genitalia. Cosmetic surgery is a key aspect of this specialty, where surgeons apply aesthetic principles to enhance appearance and optimize reconstructive outcomes, addressing both normal structures and those requiring reconstruction. Contact Dr. Hess to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Jason Hess affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hess is affiliated with Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego, Sharp Grossmont Hospital, Sharp Memorial Hospital, Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla 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 Jason Hess accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Jason Hess is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jason Hess offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hess's office at (619) 299-7467 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jason Hess?
Please contact Dr. Hess's office at (619) 299-7467 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Jason Hess have?
Dr. Jason Hess is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery.
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