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46 Years of Experience
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Who is Dr. Idowu, Pediatric Surgeon in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Olajire Idowu, MD is a Pediatric Surgeon, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA. He has been practicing for over 46 years and is board certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Idowu graduated from University of Ibadan / College of Medicine and completed his residency at Loma Linda Univ Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Idowu is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Idowu’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Idowu’s office at (510) 547-1600.
Where did Dr. Idowu go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Loma Linda Univ Med Ctr, General Surgery | Loma Linda University Medical Center Program
Medical School: University of Ibadan, Coll of Med, Ibadan, Oyo, Nigeria | University of Ibadan / College of Medicine
Is Dr. Idowu board certified in Pediatric Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Olajire Idowu, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Idowu speak?
Dr. Idowu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Idowu treat?
As a Pediatric Surgeon, Dr. Idowu 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. Idowu. 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:
- Umbilical Hernia
- Groin Hernia (One Side)
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Belly Button Hernia
- Navel Hernia
- Umbilical Rupture
- Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Single Groin Hernia
- Hernia in One Groin
ICD-10 Codes:
- K429: Umbilical hernia without obstruction or gangrene
- K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
Also known as:
- Sunken Chest
- Birth Defects
- Pectus Excavatum
- Funnel Chest
- Concave Chest
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q676: Pectus excavatum
Also known as:
- Phimosis
- Foreskin and Glans Adhesions
- Penis Disorder
- Tight foreskin
- Foreskin constriction
- Retracted foreskin problems
- Preputial Adhesions
- Glans Adhesions
ICD-10 Codes:
- N471: Phimosis
- N475: Adhesions of prepuce and glans penis
Also known as:
- Acute Appendicitis
- Severe Acute Appendicitis with Perforation, Infection, and Abscess
- Ruptured Appendicitis with Localized Abdominal Infection and Tissue Death
- Appendicitis
- Peritoneal Disorder
- Inflamed Appendix
- Sudden Appendix Inflammation
- Appendicitis Attack
- Burst Appendix with Gangrene and Abscess
- Perforated Appendix with Localized Infection and Tissue Death
- Complicated Appendicitis
- Perforated Appendix with Gangrene
- Localized Ruptured Appendix
- Appendix Rupture with Tissue Death
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis
- K3533: Acute appendicitis with perforation, localized peritonitis, and gangrene, with abscess
- K3532: Acute appendicitis with perforation, localized peritonitis, and gangrene, without abscess
Also known as:
- Pigeon Chest
- Birth Defects
- Pectus Carinatum
- Keel Chest
- Protruding Breastbone
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q677: Pectus carinatum
Also known as:
- Other Skin Disorder
- Skin Condition
- Unspecified Skin Condition
- Skin and Tissue Disorder
- Dermatological Condition
ICD-10 Codes:
- L988: Other specified disorders of the skin and subcutaneous tissue
Also known as:
- Pilonidal Cyst
- Tailbone Disorder
- Sacrococcygeal cyst
- Pilonidal sinus
- Tailbone cyst
ICD-10 Codes:
- L0591: Pilonidal cyst without abscess
Also known as:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Right Arm Lump or Swelling
- Head Lump or Swelling
- Right Upper Limb Mass
- Bump on Right Arm
- Right Arm Nodule
- Head Mass
- Bump on Head
- Head Nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
- R2231: Localized swelling, mass and lump, right upper limb
- R220: Localized swelling, mass and lump, head
Also known as:
- Pilonidal Cyst with Abscess
- Abscess
- Tailbone Disorder
- Infected Tailbone Cyst
- Sacrococcygeal Abscess
- Tailbone Abscess
ICD-10 Codes:
- L0501: Pilonidal cyst with abscess
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:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
Also known as:
- Gallstones
- Cholelithiasis
- Gallbladder stones
- Biliary calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction
Which procedures does Dr. Idowu perform as a Pediatric Surgeon?
As a Pediatric Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Olajire Idowu may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Idowu's office.
Does Dr. Idowu accept my insurance?
Dr. Idowu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (510) 547-1600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Idowu accept in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Idowu in San Francisco, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alameda Alliance
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Community Health Network
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Plan of San Joaquin
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Idowu's office located?
Dr. Olajire Idowu's Primary Practice
400 Parnassus Ave
San Francisco, CA 94143
(510) 547-1600
What is Dr. Idowu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Idowu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1841236320.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Idowu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Idowu
What is Dr. Olajire Idowu's specialty?
Dr. Idowu is a Pediatric Surgeon near San Francisco, CA. Pediatric Surgeons specializes in the management of surgical conditions in premature infants, newborns, children, and adolescents. Contact Dr. Idowu to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Olajire Idowu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Idowu is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital Oakland. 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 Olajire Idowu accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?
Yes, Dr. Olajire Idowu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Olajire Idowu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Idowu's office at (510) 547-1600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Olajire Idowu?
Please contact Dr. Idowu's office at (510) 547-1600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Olajire Idowu have?
Dr. Olajire Idowu is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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