EverydayHealthLogo
Dr. Sonja Brion, MD

Dr. Sonja Brion, MD

Encinitas, CA

22 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Brion, Pediatrician in Encinitas, CA?

    Dr. Sonja Brion, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Encinitas, CA. She has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Brion graduated from University of California and completed her residency at Cedars-Sinai Med Ctr, Pediatrics. Dr. Brion is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Brion’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Brion’s office at (760) 436-4511.

    Where did Dr. Brion go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Cedars-Sinai Med Ctr, Pediatrics | Cedar Sinai Medical Center, Los Angeles, CA | Cedars-Sinai Medical Center

    • Medical School: University of Ca, Los Angeles, Ucla Sch of Med, Los Angeles Ca | University of California

    Is Dr. Brion board certified in Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Sonja Brion, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Brion speak?

    Dr. Brion and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Brion treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Brion 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. Brion. 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:

    • 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:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Head Cold
    • Nasal Congestion
    • Upper Respiratory Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J00: Acute nasopharyngitis [common cold]

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Depression Screening
    • Depression
    • Health Screening
    • Depression Test
    • Mental Health Check for Depression
    • Mood Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression

    Also known as:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Local Skin Infection
    • Skin Infection
    • Skin bacterial infection
    • Subcutaneous tissue infection
    • Localized skin infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L089: Local infection of the skin and subcutaneous tissue, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Stuffy Nose
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Blocked nose
    • Nasal congestion
    • Congested nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0981: Nasal congestion

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Painful Urination
    • Urine and Urination
    • Dysuria
    • Burning when peeing
    • Stinging during urination

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R300: Dysuria

    Also known as:

    • Other Personal Health Risks
    • Other health risk factors
    • Specific personal risks
    • Individual health concerns

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z9189: Other specified personal risk factors, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Sinusitis
    • Sinusitis
    • Chronic sinus infection
    • Long-term sinus problems
    • Persistent sinus inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J329: Chronic sinusitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Breathing Problems
    • Breathing difficulties
    • Abnormal breathing
    • Respiratory issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R069: Unspecified abnormalities of breathing

    Also known as:

    • Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Routine child exam with issues
    • Pediatric checkup with concerns
    • Child wellness visit with abnormal results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Croup
    • Throat Disorder
    • Acute Laryngitis
    • Laryngotracheobronchitis
    • Barking Cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J050: Acute obstructive laryngitis [croup]

    Also known as:

    • Blood and Immune System Disorder Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Blood Disorder Check
    • Immune System Check-up
    • Hematologic Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z130: Encounter for screening for diseases of the blood and blood-forming organs and certain disorders involving the immune mechanism

    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:

    • Acute Cough
    • Cough
    • Sudden cough
    • Short-term cough
    • New cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R051: Acute cough

    Which procedures does Dr. Brion perform as a Pediatrician?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by a Dr. Sonja Brion may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Brion's office.

    Does Dr. Brion accept my insurance?

    Dr. Brion accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (760) 436-4511 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Brion accept in Encinitas, CA?

    Dr. Brion in Encinitas, 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

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Inland Empire

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Sharp Health Plan

    • UnitedHealthcare

    View All Insurances

    Where is Dr. Brion's office located?

    Dr. Sonja Brion's Primary Practice

    285 N El Camino Real Ste 114

    Encinitas, CA 92024

    (760) 436-4511

    Get Directions

    What is Dr. Brion's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Brion's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1306817317.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Brion?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Brion

    What is Dr. Sonja Brion's specialty?

    Dr. Brion is a Pediatrician near Encinitas, CA. 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. Contact Dr. Brion to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Sonja Brion affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Brion is affiliated with Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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

    Where can I learn more about Pediatrician?

    Explore Pediatrician with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Sonja Brion accepting new patients in Encinitas, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Sonja Brion is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Sonja Brion offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Brion's office at (760) 436-4511 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Sonja Brion?

    Please contact Dr. Brion's office at (760) 436-4511 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Sonja Brion have?

    Dr. Sonja Brion is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.

    Other Pediatrician Near Encinitas, CA

    AT
    acceptingPatients-iconAccepting patients
    Encinitas, CA
    acceptingPatients-iconAccepting patients
    Encinitas, CA
    acceptingPatients-iconAccepting patients
    Encinitas, CA
    See All Specialists

    Doctors by Category

    Specialists