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Dr. Michele Grad, MD

San Diego, CA

29 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Grad, Emergency Medicine Specialist in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Michele Grad, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified. Dr. Grad graduated from University Of Cincinnati College Of Medicine and completed her residency at Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine; Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Grad is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Grad’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Grad’s office at (760) 739-3300.

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

    • Residency: Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine; Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, General Surgery | UCSD-Kaiser San Diego

    • Medical School: University of Cincinnati Coll of Med, Cincinnati Oh | University Of Cincinnati College Of Medicine

    Is Dr. Grad board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Michele Grad, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Grad speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Grad typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Grad 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. Grad. 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:

    • Painful Urination
    • Urine and Urination
    • Dysuria
    • Burning when peeing
    • Stinging during urination

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R300: Dysuria

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Cough
    • Cough
    • Sudden cough
    • Short-term cough
    • New cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R051: Acute cough

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Grad typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Michele Grad may include:

    Please contact Dr. Grad's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Grad accept my insurance?

    Dr. Grad accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (760) 739-3300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Grad 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

    • City of Los Angeles

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • HealthComp

    • Other Support Agencies/Consultants

    • Sharp HealthCare

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Grad's office located?

    Dr. Michele Grad's Primary Practice

    15004 Innovation Dr

    San Diego, CA 92128

    (760) 739-3300

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    Dr. Michele Grad's Practice 2

    555 E Valley Pkwy

    Escondido, CA 92025

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

    Dr. Grad's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1295740884.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Grad?

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

    What is Dr. Michele Grad's specialty?

    Dr. Grad 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. Michele Grad affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Grad is affiliated with Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla 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

    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 Michele Grad accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Michele Grad is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Michele Grad offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Grad's office at (760) 739-3300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Michele Grad?

    Please contact Dr. Grad's office at (760) 739-3300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Michele Grad have?

    Dr. Michele Grad is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.

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