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Dr. James Bush, MD

Dr. James Bush, MD

Otolaryngologist

San Diego, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Bush, Otolaryngologist in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. James Bush, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA. He is board certified. Dr. Bush graduated from Georgia Regents University and completed his residency at U Calif Med Ctr. Dr. Bush is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bush’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bush’s office at (619) 296-1519.

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

    • Fellowship: Ear Research Institute, Otology

    • Residency: U Calif Med Ctr | University of California, San Francisco | VA Medical Center

    • Medical School: Med Coll Of Ga Sch Of Med | Georgia Regents University | Georgia Campus Philadelphia†College of Osteopathic Medicine

    Is Dr. Bush board certified as an Otolaryngologist?

    Yes, Dr. James Bush, MD is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology since 1976

    What languages does Dr. Bush speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Otolaryngologist like Dr. Bush typically treat?

    As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Bush 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. Bush. 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:

    • Sensorineural Hearing Loss
    • Hearing Disorder and Deafness
    • Nonsyndromic hearing loss
    • Nerve Deafness
    • Inner Ear Hearing Loss
    • SNHL
    • Permanent Hearing Loss

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H903: Sensorineural hearing loss, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Outer Ear Infection
    • Swimmer's Ear
    • Ear Infection
    • Otitis Externa
    • Ear Canal Infection
    • External Ear Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6092: Unspecified otitis externa, left ear
    • H6091: Unspecified otitis externa, right ear

    Also known as:

    • Blocked Earwax
    • Ear Disorder
    • Impacted earwax
    • Earwax impaction
    • Excess earwax

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6123: Impacted cerumen, bilateral
    • H6122: Impacted cerumen, left ear

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Perforated Eardrum in Left Ear
    • Ear Disorder
    • Ruptured Eardrum Left Ear
    • Hole in Left Eardrum
    • Tympanic Membrane Perforation Left Ear

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H7202: Central perforation of tympanic membrane, left ear

    Also known as:

    • Blocked Eustachian Tubes
    • Ear Disorder
    • Eustachian Tube Obstruction
    • Ear Tube Blockage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H68103: Unspecified obstruction of Eustachian tube, bilateral

    What procedures does an Otolaryngologist like Dr. Bush typically perform?

    As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Bush performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Bush. 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:

    • Impacted Ear Wax Removal (One Ear)
    • Cerumen Impaction Removal
    • Ear Wax Extraction with Tools
    • Professional Ear Cleaning

    CPT Codes:

    • 69210: Removal impacted cerumen requiring instrumentation, unilateral

    Does Dr. Bush accept my insurance?

    Dr. Bush accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 296-1519 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Bush in San Diego, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • Centene Corporation

    • Community Health Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Bush's office located?

    Dr. James Bush's Primary Practice

    3805 Front St

    San Diego, CA 92103

    (619) 296-1519

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    What hospitals are Dr. Bush affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Bush has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

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

    Dr. Bush's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1932108867.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bush?

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

    What is Dr. James Bush's specialty?

    Dr. Bush is an Otolaryngologist near San Diego, CA.

    What does an Otolaryngologist do?

    An otolaryngologist-head and neck surgeon provides comprehensive medical and surgical care for conditions affecting the ears, nose, throat, respiratory, and upper alimentary systems, as well as related head and neck structures. This specialist diagnoses and treats diseases, allergies, neoplasms, deformities, disorders, and injuries involving these areas. Expertise includes head and neck oncology, facial plastic and reconstructive surgery, and the treatment of hearing and voice disorders.

    Is Dr. James Bush affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Bush is affiliated with Sharp Memorial Hospital 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 Otolaryngologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. James Bush accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?

    Yes, Dr. James Bush is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. James Bush offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Bush's office at (619) 296-1519 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. James Bush?

    Please contact Dr. Bush's office at (619) 296-1519 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Bush's office located?

    Dr. Bush's office is located in San Diego, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. James Bush have?

    Dr. James Bush is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology.