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Dr. Nicole Gorton, MD

Dr. Nicole Gorton, MD

San Diego, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Gorton, Pediatrician in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Nicole Gorton, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA. She is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Gorton graduated from University of Florida College of Medicine and completed her residency at Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, Pediatrics. Dr. Gorton is fluent in English, German, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gorton’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gorton’s office at (619) 278-3308.

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

    • Residency: Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, Pediatrics | UCSD-Kaiser San Diego

    • Medical School: University of Fl Coll of Med, Gainesville | University of Florida College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Gorton board certified in Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Nicole Gorton, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics since 1995

    What languages does Dr. Gorton speak?

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

    • English

    • German

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Gorton treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Gorton 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. Gorton. 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:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • ADHD, Combined Type
    • ADHD, Predominantly Inattentive Type
    • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
    • Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
    • Combined ADHD
    • Typical ADHD
    • ADD
    • Inattentive ADHD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F902: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, combined type
    • F900: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, predominantly inattentive type

    Also known as:

    • Childhood Behavioral and Emotional Disorder
    • Child Behavior Disorder
    • Youth Mental Health Issues
    • Adolescent Emotional Problems
    • Childhood Psychiatric Disorders

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F988: Other specified behavioral and emotional disorders with onset usually occurring in childhood and adolescence

    Also known as:

    • Ear Infection
    • Otitis Media
    • Middle Ear Infection
    • Ear Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6691: Otitis media, unspecified, right ear
    • H6693: Otitis media, unspecified, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Autism
    • Autism Spectrum Disorder
    • Classic Autism', 'Kanner's Syndrome
    • Severe Autism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F840: Autistic disorder

    Also known as:

    • Neck Muscle Deformity at Birth
    • Birth Defects
    • Congenital Sternocleidomastoid Deformity
    • Wry Neck in Babies
    • Congenital Neck Muscle Abnormality

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q680: Congenital deformity of sternocleidomastoid muscle

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Newborn Checkup (Under 8 Days Old)
    • Baby Health Checkup
    • Infant and Newborn Care
    • Early infant health exam
    • First week baby checkup
    • Post-delivery newborn exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00110: Health examination for newborn under 8 days old

    Also known as:

    • Acne Vulgaris
    • Acne
    • Common acne
    • Pimples
    • Breakouts

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L700: Acne vulgaris

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Cough
    • Cough
    • Persistent cough
    • Long-lasting cough
    • Ongoing cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R053: Chronic cough

    Also known as:

    • Behavioral Changes
    • Mental Disorder
    • Changes in behavior
    • Unusual appearance
    • Behavioral symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R4689: Other symptoms and signs involving appearance and behavior

    Also known as:

    • Impetigo
    • Skin Sores
    • Contagious Skin Infection
    • Pyoderma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L0100: Impetigo, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Trouble with Attention and Focus
    • Mental Disorder
    • Concentration issues
    • Difficulty focusing
    • Attention deficit

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R41840: Attention and concentration deficit

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Gorton perform as a Pediatrician?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by a Dr. Nicole Gorton may include:

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

    Does Dr. Gorton accept my insurance?

    Dr. Gorton accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 278-3308 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Gorton 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

    • OptumRx

    • Other Support Agencies/Consultants

    • Scripps Health

    • Sharp Health Plan

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Gorton's office located?

    Dr. Nicole Gorton's Primary Practice

    501 Washington St Ste 600

    San Diego, CA 92103

    (619) 278-3308

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

    Dr. Gorton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1356371421.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gorton?

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

    What is Dr. Nicole Gorton's specialty?

    Dr. Gorton is a Pediatrician near San Diego, CA. A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development. Contact Dr. Gorton to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Nicole Gorton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Gorton is affiliated with Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego 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

    Where can I learn more about Pediatrician?

    Explore Pediatrician with 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 Nicole Gorton accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Nicole Gorton is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Nicole Gorton offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Gorton's office at (619) 278-3308 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Nicole Gorton?

    Please contact Dr. Gorton's office at (619) 278-3308 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Nicole Gorton have?

    Dr. Nicole Gorton is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.

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