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46 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Bjornson, Anesthesiologist in Coronado, CA?
Dr. Kris Bjornson, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Coronado, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 46 years and is board certified. Dr. Bjornson graduated from Tufts University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Scripps Mercy Hosp, Anesthesiology; Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Bjornson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bjornson’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bjornson’s office at (619) 522-3600.
Where did Dr. Bjornson go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Scripps Mercy Hosp, Anesthesiology; Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, General Surgery | Scripps Mercy Hospital Program
Medical School: Tufts Univ Sch of Med, Boston Ma | Tufts University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Bjornson board certified as an Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Kris Bjornson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Bjornson speak?
Dr. Bjornson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Bjornson typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Bjornson 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. Bjornson. 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:
- Acute pain after medical procedure
- Pain
- Acute post-operative pain
- Pain after surgery
- Post-procedural pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain
Also known as:
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis of the left hip
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
- Osteoarthritis
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
- Right Hip Arthritis
- Right Hip Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
- M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
- M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
Also known as:
- Groin Hernia (One Side)
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Single Groin Hernia
- Hernia in One Groin
ICD-10 Codes:
- K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
Also known as:
- Gallstones
- Cholelithiasis
- Gallbladder stones
- Biliary calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Deviated Septum
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Crooked nose septum
- Nasal blockage
- Septal deviation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J342: Deviated nasal septum
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Bjornson typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Bjornson 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. Bjornson. 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:
- Abdominal Wall Nerve Block (TAP Block)
- Femoral Nerve Block Injection
- Peripheral Nerve Block
- TAP block
- Transversus abdominis plane block
- Rectus sheath block
- Abdominal pain injection
- Femoral nerve injection
- Thigh nerve block
- Pain relief injection for thigh
- Nerve block with imaging guidance
- Nerve injection
- Pain relief injection
- Steroid injection for nerve pain
CPT Codes:
- 64488: Transversus abdominis plane (TAP) block (abdominal plane block, rectus sheath block) bilateral; by injections (includes imaging guidance, when performed)
- 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
- 64450: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; other peripheral nerve or branch
Also known as:
- Lower Leg Nerve Block Injection
- Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
- Fascial plane block for leg pain
- Lower extremity nerve injection
- Leg pain block with imaging
- Shoulder Nerve Injection
- Arm Pain Injection
- Imaging-Guided Nerve Block
CPT Codes:
- 64473: Lower Extremity Fascial Plane Block, Unilateral; By Injection(S), Including Imaging Guidance, When Performed
- 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed
Does Dr. Bjornson accept my insurance?
Dr. Bjornson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 522-3600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bjornson accept in Coronado, CA?
Dr. Bjornson in Coronado, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Territories
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Other Health Care Provider
Sharp HealthCare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Bjornson's office located?
What is Dr. Bjornson's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bjornson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1659389104.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bjornson?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bjornson
What is Dr. Kris Bjornson's specialty?
Dr. Bjornson is a Anesthesiologist near Coronado, CA.
What does an Anesthesiologist do?
A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.
Is this Dr. Kris Bjornson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bjornson is affiliated with Sharp Coronado 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 Kris Bjornson accepting new patients in Coronado, CA?
Yes, Dr. Kris Bjornson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kris Bjornson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bjornson's office at (619) 522-3600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kris Bjornson?
Please contact Dr. Bjornson's office at (619) 522-3600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Kris Bjornson have?
Dr. Kris Bjornson is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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