30 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Saffer, Obstetrician in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Craig Saffer, MD is an Obstetrician, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology. Dr. Saffer graduated from University of Witwatersrand Faculty of Health Sciences and completed his residency at Baylor Coll Of Med, Obstetrics And Gynecology. Dr. Saffer is fluent in English and Afrikaans, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Saffer’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Saffer’s office at (858) 277-9378.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Saffer?
Dr. Craig Saffer, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Obstetrician known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Saffer empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Cervical Cancer, Hysteroscopic Surgery, Minimally Invasive Surgery, Uterine Fibroids, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the San Diego/CA community, Dr. Saffer is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Saffer go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Baylor Coll Of Med, Obstetrics And Gynecology | Baylor College of Medicine Affiliated Hospitals | University of Cape Town Affiliated Hospitals | Baylor College Of Medicine | University Of Cape Town Faculty Of Med Cape Town | Baylor College of Medicine Program
Medical School: University Of The Witwatersrand- Med Sch- Johannesburg- So Africa | University of Witwatersrand Faculty of Health Sciences | University of The Witwatersrand, Faculty of Health Sciences
Is Dr. Saffer board certified in Obstetrician?
Yes, Dr. Craig Saffer, MD is board certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology
What languages does Dr. Saffer speak?
Dr. Saffer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Afrikaans
English
What conditions does Dr. Saffer treat?
As a Obstetrician, Dr. Saffer 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. Saffer. 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:
- Prenatal Care for Normal Pregnancy
- Prenatal Care
- Routine Pregnancy Check-ups
- Maternity Care
- Normal Pregnancy Supervision
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z3490: Encounter for supervision of normal pregnancy, unspecified, unspecified trimester
Also known as:
- Routine Gynecological Exam (Normal Findings)
- Women's Health Checkup
- Women's checkup, all clear
- Pelvic exam, normal results
- OB/GYN visit, no issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01419: Encounter for gynecological examination (general) (routine) without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Low Transverse C-section Scar in Pregnancy
- Previous C-section Scar During Pregnancy
- Prenatal Care
- Cesarean Delivery
- Horizontal C-section Scar (Pregnancy)
- Low-lying C-section Scar
- Prior Cesarean Scar (Low Transverse)
- Prior Cesarean Section
- Uterine Scar from C-section
- C-section History in Pregnancy
ICD-10 Codes:
- O34211: Maternal care for low transverse scar from previous cesarean delivery
- O34219: Maternal care for unspecified type scar from previous cesarean delivery
Also known as:
- Pregnancy Care for Older First-Time Mothers
- General High-Risk Pregnancy Care
- Pregnancy Care for Older Mothers with Previous Births
- Health Problems in Pregnancy
- Advanced Maternal Age First Pregnancy
- Elderly Primigravida Care
- Older First-Time Mom Pregnancy Monitoring
- Specialized Obstetric Monitoring
- Maternal-Fetal Medicine Consult
- Pregnancy Management for Complications
- Advanced Maternal Age Multiple Pregnancies
- Elderly Multigravida Care
- Older Mother with Prior Births Pregnancy Monitoring
ICD-10 Codes:
- O09519: Supervision of elderly primigravida, unspecified trimester
- O0990: Supervision of high risk pregnancy, unspecified, unspecified trimester
- O09529: Supervision of elderly multigravida, unspecified trimester
- O09523: Supervision of elderly multigravida, third trimester
Also known as:
- Single Live Birth
- Cesarean Delivery
- Childbirth
- One baby born alive
- Vaginal birth of one baby
- C-section
- Surgical Birth
- Cesarean Section
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z370: Single live birth
- O82: Encounter for cesarean delivery without indication
Also known as:
- Sterilization Procedure
- Tubal Ligation
- Vasectomy
- Permanent contraception
- Tubal ligation
- Surgical birth control
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z302: Encounter for sterilization
Also known as:
- Uterine Fibroids
- Leiomyoma
- Fibromyoma
- Myoma
- Uterine growth
ICD-10 Codes:
- D259: Leiomyoma of uterus, unspecified
Also known as:
- Heavy and Frequent Periods (Regular Cycle)
- Menstruation
- Menorrhagia
- Polymenorrhea
- Abnormal Uterine Bleeding
ICD-10 Codes:
- N920: Excessive and frequent menstruation with regular cycle
Also known as:
- Pelvic and Perineal Pain
- Pelvic Pain
- Perineum pain
- Pelvic floor pain
- Pain in groin area
ICD-10 Codes:
- R102: Pelvic and perineal pain
Also known as:
- Abnormal Uterine and Vaginal Bleeding
- Vaginal Bleeding
- Unusual Uterine Bleeding
- Abnormal Vaginal Discharge
- AUB
- Irregular Genital Bleeding
ICD-10 Codes:
- N939: Abnormal uterine and vaginal bleeding, unspecified
Also known as:
- Procedure Not Done Due to Patient Decision
- Patient Refused Treatment
- Treatment Declined by Patient
- Canceled Procedure by Patient
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5320: Procedure and treatment not carried out because of patient's decision for unspecified reasons
Also known as:
- Other Prenatal Screenings
- Prenatal Care
- Additional pregnancy tests
- Special antenatal screenings
- Specific prenatal checks
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z3689: Encounter for other specified antenatal screening
Also known as:
- Postmenopausal Bleeding
- Menopause
- Vaginal Bleeding
- Bleeding After Menopause
- Vaginal Bleeding in Menopause
ICD-10 Codes:
- N950: Postmenopausal bleeding
Also known as:
- Breech Presentation
- Childbirth Problems
- Baby is Breech
- Feet First Birth
- Bottom First Birth
ICD-10 Codes:
- O321XX0: Maternal care for breech presentation, not applicable or unspecified
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Which procedures does Dr. Saffer perform as a Obstetrician?
As a Obstetrician, procedures performed by an Dr. Craig Saffer may include:
- Abortion Consultation
- Abortion Follow Up
- Abortion (Medical)
- Abortion (Surgical)
- Annual Pap Smear / GYN Exam
- Antepartum Care
- Anterior Repair
- Artificial Insemination / Intra-Uterine
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Saffer's office.
Does Dr. Saffer accept my insurance?
Dr. Saffer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 277-9378 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Saffer accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Saffer 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
Cigna
Community Health Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Molina
Sharp Health Plan
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Saffer's office located?
Dr. Craig Saffer's Primary Practice
7695 Cardinal Ct Ste 240
San Diego, CA 92123
(858) 277-9378
Ratings & Reviews
5.0
Overall rating
Based on 1 reviews
Patients give Dr. Craig Saffer an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Saffer has been rated and reviewed by 1 patient. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Saffer, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
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What is Dr. Saffer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Saffer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1245223726.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Saffer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Saffer
What is Dr. Craig Saffer's specialty?
Dr. Saffer is a Obstetrician near San Diego, CA. A physician specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of patients with obstetric conditions focuses on the health and care of women during pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period, addressing a wide range of issues related to maternal and fetal well-being. Contact Dr. Saffer to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Craig Saffer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Saffer is affiliated with Sharp Memorial Hospital, Sharp Grossmont Hospital 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 Craig Saffer accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Craig Saffer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Craig Saffer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Saffer's office at (858) 277-9378 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Craig Saffer?
Please contact Dr. Saffer's office at (858) 277-9378 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Craig Saffer have?
Dr. Craig Saffer is certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology.
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