Dr. Karen Van Hoesen, MD
San Diego, CA
31 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Van Hoesen, Emergency Medicine Specialist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Karen Van Hoesen, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified. Dr. Van Hoesen graduated from Duke University, School of Medicine, Durham, NC and completed her residency at Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine; Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Van Hoesen is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Van Hoesen’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Van Hoesen’s office at (858) 249-6748.
Where did Dr. Van Hoesen go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine; Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Duke University, School of Medicine, Durham, NC | UC San Diego, School of Medicine, San Diego | Director, Diving Medicine | Co-Director, San Diego Center of Excellence in Diving | Professor of Emergency Medicine
Is Dr. Van Hoesen board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Karen Van Hoesen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine , American Board of Preventative Medicine
What languages does Dr. Van Hoesen speak?
Dr. Van Hoesen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Van Hoesen typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Van Hoesen 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. Van Hoesen. 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:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Cough
- Cough
- Sudden cough
- Short-term cough
- New cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R051: Acute cough
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Bladder Infection
- Bladder Disease
- Acute Cystitis
- Sudden Bladder Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N3000: Acute cystitis without hematuria
Also known as:
- Skin Problems from Radiation
- Radiation Exposure
- Skin Condition
- Radiation dermatitis
- Radiation skin reaction
- Radiation-induced skin changes
ICD-10 Codes:
- L598: Other specified disorders of the skin and subcutaneous tissue related to radiation
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
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Van Hoesen typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Karen Van Hoesen 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. Van Hoesen's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Van Hoesen accept my insurance?
Dr. Van Hoesen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 249-6748 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Van Hoesen accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Van Hoesen 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
AmeriBen
Heritage Health
Imperial Health Holdings
Medicare
Not Specified
Other Health Care Provider
Sharp HealthCare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Van Hoesen's office located?
What is Dr. Van Hoesen's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Van Hoesen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1750322517.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Van Hoesen?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Van Hoesen
What is Dr. Karen Van Hoesen's specialty?
Dr. Van Hoesen is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near San Diego, CA.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is this Dr. Karen Van Hoesen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Van Hoesen is affiliated with Jacobs Medical Center At Uc San Diego Health 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Karen Van Hoesen accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Karen Van Hoesen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Karen Van Hoesen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Van Hoesen's office at (858) 249-6748 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Karen Van Hoesen?
Please contact Dr. Van Hoesen's office at (858) 249-6748 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Karen Van Hoesen have?
Dr. Karen Van Hoesen is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine and American Board of Preventative Medicine.
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