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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Schwarz, Pediatric Gastroenterologist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Kathleen Schwarz, MD is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Schwarz is fluent in English, French, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Schwarz’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Schwarz’s office at (858) 966-4003.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Schwarz?
Dr. Kathleen Schwarz, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatric Gastroenterologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Schwarz empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Hepatitis B & C, Liver Disease, Transplant Medicine-Liver, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the San Diego, CA community, Dr. Schwarz is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Schwarz speak?
Dr. Schwarz and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
Spanish
What conditions does a Pediatric Gastroenterologist like Dr. Schwarz typically treat?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Schwarz 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. Schwarz. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Enzyme Levels
- Unspecified high enzymes
- Various enzyme abnormalities
- Abnormal serum enzyme levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- R748: Abnormal levels of other serum enzymes
Also known as:
- Fatty Liver Disease
- Liver Disease
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
- NAFLD
- NASH
- Hepatic steatosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K760: Fatty (change of) liver, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Liver Transplant
- Liver Transplantation
- Hepatic Transplant
- Liver Graft
- New Liver
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z944: Liver transplant status
Also known as:
- Autoimmune hepatitis
- Autoimmune Disease
- Hepatitis
- Autoimmune Hepatitis
- AIH
- Autoimmune liver disease
- Chronic autoimmune hepatitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K754: Autoimmune hepatitis
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
Also known as:
- Biliary Atresia
- Bile Duct Disease
- Birth Defects
- Blocked Bile Ducts at Birth
- Congenital Bile Duct Blockage
- Bile Duct Atresia
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q442: Atresia of bile ducts
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Jaundice
- Yellow Skin
- Yellow Eyes
- Icterus
ICD-10 Codes:
- R17: Unspecified jaundice
What procedures does a Pediatric Gastroenterologist like Dr. Schwarz typically perform?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, procedures performed by Dr. Kathleen Schwarz may include:
- Colonoscopy
- Colonoscopy Consultation
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Endoscopy / Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Gastric Balloon
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Consultation
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Schwarz's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Schwarz accept my insurance?
Dr. Schwarz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 966-4003 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Schwarz accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Schwarz 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 Corporation
Community Health Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Other Provider Networks
Scripps Health
Sharp HealthCare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Schwarz's office located?
Dr. Kathleen Schwarz's Primary Practice
3030 Childrens Way
San Diego, CA 92123
(858) 966-4003
What is Dr. Schwarz's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Schwarz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1265465918.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Schwarz?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Schwarz
What is Dr. Kathleen Schwarz's specialty?
Dr. Schwarz is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist near San Diego, CA.
What does a Pediatric Gastroenterologist do?
A pediatrician specializing in diagnosing and treating digestive system diseases in infants, children, and adolescents. This expert manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice and is skilled in performing complex diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopic techniques to visualize internal organs.
Is this Dr. Kathleen Schwarz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Schwarz is affiliated with The Johns Hopkins Hospital, Greater Baltimore Medical Center 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
When to see a Pediatric Gastroenterologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatric Gastroenterologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Kathleen Schwarz accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Kathleen Schwarz is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kathleen Schwarz offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Schwarz's office at (858) 966-4003 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kathleen Schwarz?
Please contact Dr. Schwarz's office at (858) 966-4003 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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