Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ramirez, Hospitalist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Maria Ramirez, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Ramirez completed her residency at Berkshire Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Ramirez is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ramirez’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ramirez’s office at (858) 499-2600.
Where did Dr. Ramirez go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Berkshire Med Ctr, Internal Medicine
Medical School: University of Mn Med Sch-Minneapolis, Minneapolis Mn
What languages does Dr. Ramirez speak?
Dr. Ramirez and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Ramirez typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Ramirez 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. Ramirez. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Bowel Obstruction
- Blocked Intestines
- Gut Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction
Also known as:
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- GI Bleeding
- Internal Digestive Bleeding
- Digestive Tract Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Ramirez typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Maria Ramirez may include:
Please contact Dr. Ramirez's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ramirez accept my insurance?
Dr. Ramirez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 499-2600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ramirez accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Ramirez 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
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
Heritage Health
Humana
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ramirez's office located?
Dr. Maria Ramirez's Primary Practice
2929 Health Center Dr
San Diego, CA 92123
(858) 499-2600
What is Dr. Ramirez's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ramirez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1932101763.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ramirez?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ramirez
What is Dr. Maria Ramirez's specialty?
Dr. Ramirez is a Hospitalist near San Diego, CA.
What does a Hospitalist do?
Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.
Is this Dr. Maria Ramirez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ramirez is affiliated with Sharp Memorial Hospital, Saint Agnes Medical Center, Sharp Grossmont Hospital, Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas, Palomar Medical Center Escondido, Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center 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
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Is Maria Ramirez accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Maria Ramirez is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Maria Ramirez offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ramirez's office at (858) 499-2600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Maria Ramirez?
Please contact Dr. Ramirez's office at (858) 499-2600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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