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26 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Evans, Emergency Medicine Specialist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Shawn Evans, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified. Dr. Evans completed his residency at Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine; Scripps Mercy Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Evans is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Evans’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Evans’s office at (619) 260-7000.
Where did Dr. Evans go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine; Scripps Mercy Hosp, Internal Medicine
Medical School: University Of Ca- Irvine- Ca Coll Of Med- Irvine Ca
Is Dr. Evans board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Shawn Evans, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Evans speak?
Dr. Evans and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Evans typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Evans 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. Evans. 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:
- 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Dehydration
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Lack of Fluids
- Fluid Loss
- Body Water Depletion
ICD-10 Codes:
- E860: Dehydration
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
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:
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Evans typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Shawn Evans 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. Evans' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Evans accept my insurance?
Dr. Evans 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. Evans accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Evans 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. Evans' office located?
What is Dr. Evans's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Evans's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1265460893.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Evans?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Evans
What is Dr. Shawn Evans's specialty?
Dr. Evans 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. Shawn Evans affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Evans is affiliated with Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, Scripps Green Hospital, Sharp Memorial Hospital, Jacobs Medical Center At Uc San Diego Health, Kaiser Permanente San Diego Medical Center, Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego 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
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. 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 Shawn Evans accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Shawn Evans is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shawn Evans offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Evans's office at (619) 260-7000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shawn Evans?
Please contact Dr. Evans's office at (619) 260-7000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Shawn Evans have?
Dr. Shawn Evans is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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