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Dr. James Killeen, MD

Dr. James Killeen, MD

San Diego, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Killeen, Emergency Medicine Specialist in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. James Killeen, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Killeen graduated from University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine. Dr. Killeen is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Killeen’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Killeen’s office at (800) 926-8273.

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

    • Medical School: University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine | Tufts University School of Medicine, Boston, MA | Charity Hospital, New Orleans | Emergency Medicine Physician | Professor of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Killeen speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Killeen treat?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Killeen 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. Killeen. 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:

    • 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:

    • Painful Urination
    • Urine and Urination
    • Dysuria
    • Burning when peeing
    • Stinging during urination

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R300: Dysuria

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Bronchitis
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Chest cold
    • Inflammation of bronchial tubes
    • Acute bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J40: Bronchitis, not specified as acute or chronic

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    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

    Also known as:

    • Pregnancy Test (Result Unknown)
    • Pregnancy Test
    • Inconclusive Pregnancy Test
    • Unclear Pregnancy Test Result
    • Pending Pregnancy Test

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z3200: Encounter for pregnancy test, result unknown

    Also known as:

    • Diarrhea
    • Loose stools
    • Runny poop
    • Frequent bowel movements

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R197: Diarrhea, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Stuffy Nose
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Blocked nose
    • Nasal congestion
    • Congested nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0981: Nasal congestion

    Also known as:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, 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:

    • Dehydration
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Lack of Fluids
    • Fluid Loss
    • Body Water Depletion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E860: Dehydration

    Also known as:

    • Other Vaginal Disorder
    • Vaginal Disease
    • Non-inflammatory Vaginal Conditions
    • Specific Vaginal Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N898: Other specified noninflammatory disorders of vagina

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Which procedures does Dr. Killeen perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. James Killeen may include:

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

    Does Dr. Killeen accept my insurance?

    Dr. Killeen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (800) 926-8273 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Killeen 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

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • OptumRx

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Scan Health Plan

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Killeen's office located?

    Dr. James Killeen's Primary Practice

    200 W Arbor Dr

    San Diego, CA 92103

    (800) 926-8273

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    Dr. James Killeen's Practice 2

    16950 Via Tazon

    San Diego, CA 92127

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    Dr. James Killeen's Practice 3

    8910 Villa La Jolla Dr Ste 100

    La Jolla, CA 92037

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

    Dr. Killeen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1841221645.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Killeen?

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

    What is Dr. James Killeen's specialty?

    Dr. Killeen is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near San Diego, CA. 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. Contact Dr. Killeen to book an appointment today.

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

    Yes, Dr. Killeen 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

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    Is James Killeen accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?

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

    Does Dr. James Killeen offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Killeen's office at (800) 926-8273 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with James Killeen?

    Please contact Dr. Killeen's office at (800) 926-8273 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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