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27 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lee, Emergency Medicine Specialist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Jonathan Lee, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA. He has been practicing for over 27 years and is board certified. Dr. Lee graduated from Creighton University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Edward W Sparrow Hosp, Emergency Medicine; Naval Med Ctr-San Diego, Psychiatry. Dr. Lee is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lee’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lee’s office at (619) 260-7000.
Where did Dr. Lee go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Edward W Sparrow Hosp, Emergency Medicine; Naval Med Ctr-San Diego, Psychiatry | Mi St U/Sparrow Hospital
Medical School: Creighton University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Lee board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Jonathan Lee, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Lee speak?
Dr. Lee and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Lee typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Lee 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. Lee. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
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:
- Fast Heartbeat
- Arrhythmia
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Lee typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Jonathan Lee 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. Lee's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Lee accept my insurance?
Dr. Lee accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 260-7000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lee accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Lee 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
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Scripps Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Lee's office located?
What is Dr. Lee's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lee's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1578591517.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lee?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lee
What is Dr. Jonathan Lee's specialty?
Dr. Lee 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. Jonathan Lee affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lee is affiliated with Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego, Jacobs Medical Center At Uc San Diego Health, Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center, Sharp Memorial Hospital, Kaiser Permanente San Diego Medical Center, 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
When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Jonathan Lee accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Jonathan Lee is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jonathan Lee offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lee's office at (619) 260-7000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jonathan Lee?
Please contact Dr. Lee's office at (619) 260-7000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Jonathan Lee have?
Dr. Jonathan Lee is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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