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 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified. 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 Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare 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 and 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, and 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 as an 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 an Obstetrician like Dr. Saffer typically treat?
As an 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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:
- 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:
- Cesarean Delivery
- C-section
- Surgical Birth
- Cesarean Section
ICD-10 Codes:
- O82: Encounter for cesarean delivery without indication
What procedures does an Obstetrician like Dr. Saffer typically perform?
As an Obstetrician, Dr. Saffer 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. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Fetal Non-Stress Test
- Nonstress Test
- Nonstress Test (NST)
- Fetal Heart Rate Monitoring
- NST for Pregnancy
- Baby Heartbeat Test
CPT Codes:
- 59025: Fetal non-stress test
Also known as:
- Prenatal Care Visits (4-6)
- Prenatal Care
- Antepartum visits
- Pregnancy check-ups
- Maternity care appointments
CPT Codes:
- 59425: Antepartum care only; 4-6 visits
Also known as:
- Hysteroscopy with Biopsy or Polyp Removal
- Biopsy
- Hysteroscopy
- Uterine Scope with Biopsy
- Hysteroscopic Polypectomy
- D&C with Hysteroscopy
CPT Codes:
- 58558: Hysteroscopy, surgical; with sampling (biopsy) of endometrium and/or polypectomy, with or without D & C
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Removal of Pelvic Lesions
- Minimally invasive ovarian lesion removal
- Pelvic lesion excision laparoscopy
- Peritoneal lesion fulguration
- Endometriosis removal surgery
CPT Codes:
- 58662: Laparoscopy, surgical; with fulguration or excision of lesions of the ovary, pelvic viscera, or peritoneal surface by any method
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Ovarian and/or Fallopian Tube Removal
- Laparoscopic Oophorectomy
- Laparoscopic Salpingectomy
- Minimally Invasive Adnexal Removal
CPT Codes:
- 58661: Laparoscopy, surgical; with removal of adnexal structures (partial or total oophorectomy and/or salpingectomy)
Also known as:
- IUD Insertion
- Birth Control
- Intrauterine device placement
- IUD placement
- Birth control implant
CPT Codes:
- 58300: Insertion of intrauterine device (IUD)
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Hysterectomy
- Hysterectomy
- Laparoscopy
- Minimally Invasive Hysterectomy
- Keyhole Hysterectomy
- Total Laparoscopic Hysterectomy
- Uterus Removal Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 58571: Laparoscopy, surgical, with total hysterectomy, for uterus 250 g or less; with removal of tube(s) and/or ovary(s)
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 Corporation
Cigna Group
Community Health Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Molina
Sharp HealthCare
UnitedHealth Group
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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.
What does an Obstetrician do?
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.
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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