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19 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Cunningham, Emergency Medicine Specialist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Jerry Cunningham, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA. He has been practicing for over 19 years and is board certified. Dr. Cunningham graduated from Tulane Univ School of Medicine and completed his residency at La Co Harbor Ucla Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Cunningham is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cunningham’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cunningham’s office at (619) 260-7000.
Where did Dr. Cunningham go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: La Co Harbor Ucla Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine
Medical School: Tulane Univ Sch of Med, New Orleans La | Tulane University of Louisiana -- | Tulane Univ School of Medicine
Is Dr. Cunningham board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Jerry Cunningham, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Cunningham speak?
Dr. Cunningham and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Cunningham typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Cunningham 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. Cunningham. 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:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Fast Heartbeat
- Arrhythmia
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dehydration
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Lack of Fluids
- Fluid Loss
- Body Water Depletion
ICD-10 Codes:
- E860: Dehydration
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Cunningham typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Jerry Cunningham 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. Cunningham's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Cunningham accept my insurance?
Dr. Cunningham 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. Cunningham accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Cunningham 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. Cunningham's office located?
What is Dr. Cunningham's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Cunningham's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1326076290.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cunningham?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Cunningham
What is Dr. Jerry Cunningham's specialty?
Dr. Cunningham 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. Jerry Cunningham affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Cunningham is affiliated with Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego, Jacobs Medical Center At Uc San Diego Health, Kaiser Permanente San Diego Medical Center, Sharp Memorial Hospital, Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, Sharp Coronado Hospital 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 Jerry Cunningham accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Jerry Cunningham is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jerry Cunningham offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cunningham's office at (619) 260-7000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jerry Cunningham?
Please contact Dr. Cunningham's office at (619) 260-7000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Jerry Cunningham have?
Dr. Jerry Cunningham is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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