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35 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gustafson, Pediatrician in La Mesa, CA?
Dr. Jill Gustafson, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in La Mesa, CA. She has been practicing for over 35 years and is board certified. Dr. Gustafson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gustafson’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gustafson’s office at (619) 265-9204.
Is Dr. Gustafson board certified as a Pediatrician?
Yes, Dr. Jill Gustafson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Gustafson speak?
Dr. Gustafson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Gustafson typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Gustafson 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. Gustafson. 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:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Pink Eye
- Conjunctivitis
- Red Eye
- Eye Infection
- Sore Eye
ICD-10 Codes:
- H109: Unspecified conjunctivitis
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Throat pain
- Pharyngitis
- Throat discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- R070: Pain in throat
Also known as:
- Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Digestive Disease
- Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
- Non-Bacterial Colitis
- Gut Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Gustafson typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Jill Gustafson may include:
- 12 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 15 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 18 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 1 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 24 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Week Well Baby Checkup
- 30 Month Well-Baby Checkup
Please contact Dr. Gustafson's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Gustafson accept my insurance?
Dr. Gustafson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 265-9204 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gustafson accept in La Mesa, CA?
Dr. Gustafson in La Mesa, 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
Cigna Group
City of Los Angeles
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Inland Faculty Medical Group, Inc
Kaiser Permanente
OptumRx Administered Payer
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Gustafson's office located?
What is Dr. Gustafson's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gustafson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1497726574.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gustafson?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gustafson
What is Dr. Jill Gustafson's specialty?
Dr. Gustafson is a Pediatrician near La Mesa, CA.
What does a Pediatrician do?
A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.
Is this Dr. Jill Gustafson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gustafson is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Fontana Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Riverside Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Orange County - Anaheim Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente West Los Angeles Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente South Bay 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
When to see a Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Jill Gustafson accepting new patients in La Mesa, CA?
Yes, Dr. Jill Gustafson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jill Gustafson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gustafson's office at (619) 265-9204 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jill Gustafson?
Please contact Dr. Gustafson's office at (619) 265-9204 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Jill Gustafson have?
Dr. Jill Gustafson is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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