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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Vazquez, Pediatric Surgeon in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Walter Vazquez, MD is a Pediatric Surgeon, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Vazquez completed his residency at Univ Of Ar Coll Of Med, Pediatric Surgery-Surgery; Wilford Hall Med Ctr Aetc, General Surgery. Dr. Vazquez is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vazquez’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vazquez’s office at (619) 532-5953.
Where did Dr. Vazquez go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Ar Coll Of Med, Pediatric Surgery-Surgery; Wilford Hall Med Ctr Aetc, General Surgery
Medical School: Uniformed Services University of The Health Sciences,Bethesda
Is Dr. Vazquez board certified in Pediatric Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Walter Vazquez, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Vazquez speak?
Dr. Vazquez and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Vazquez treat?
As a Pediatric Surgeon, Dr. Vazquez 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. Vazquez. 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:
- Groin Hernia (One Side)
- Umbilical Hernia
- Ventral Hernia
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Single Groin Hernia
- Hernia in One Groin
- Belly Button Hernia
- Navel Hernia
- Umbilical Rupture
- Abdominal Wall Hernia
- Epigastric Hernia
- Spigelian Hernia
ICD-10 Codes:
- K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
- K429: Umbilical hernia without obstruction or gangrene
- K439: Ventral hernia without obstruction or gangrene
Also known as:
- Gastrostomy
- Ostomy
- Feeding Tube Opening
- Stomach Stoma
- G-tube
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z931: Gastrostomy status
Also known as:
- Pilonidal Cyst
- Tailbone Disorder
- Sacrococcygeal cyst
- Pilonidal sinus
- Tailbone cyst
ICD-10 Codes:
- L0591: Pilonidal cyst without abscess
Also known as:
- Acute Appendicitis
- Severe Acute Appendicitis with Perforation, Infection, and Abscess
- Appendicitis
- Peritoneal Disorder
- Inflamed Appendix
- Sudden Appendix Inflammation
- Appendicitis Attack
- Burst Appendix with Gangrene and Abscess
- Perforated Appendix with Localized Infection and Tissue Death
- Complicated Appendicitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis
- K3533: Acute appendicitis with perforation, localized peritonitis, and gangrene, with abscess
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Pilonidal Cyst with Abscess
- Pilonidal Sinus
- Abscess
- Tailbone Disorder
- Infected Tailbone Cyst
- Sacrococcygeal Abscess
- Tailbone Abscess
- Tailbone Sinus
- Sacrococcygeal Sinus
- Pilonidal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- L0501: Pilonidal cyst with abscess
- L0592: Pilonidal sinus without abscess
Also known as:
- Sunken Chest
- Birth Defects
- Pectus Excavatum
- Funnel Chest
- Concave Chest
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q676: Pectus excavatum
Also known as:
- Gallstones
- Cholelithiasis
- Gallbladder stones
- Biliary calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Benign Skin Tumor
- Benign Tumor
- Non-cancerous skin growths
- Skin lesions
- Benign skin masses
ICD-10 Codes:
- D239: Other benign neoplasm of skin, unspecified
Also known as:
- Anal Birth Defect
- Anal Disorder
- Birth Defects
- Imperforate Anus
- Congenital Anal Atresia
- Blocked Anus at Birth
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q423: Congenital absence, atresia and stenosis of anus without fistula
Also known as:
- Epidermal Cyst
- Skin Condition
- Sebaceous Cyst
- Keratin Cyst
- Epidermoid Cyst
ICD-10 Codes:
- L720: Epidermal cyst
Also known as:
- Granulomatous Skin Disorder
- Skin Condition
- Skin Granuloma
- Granulomatous Dermatitis
- Skin Lumps
ICD-10 Codes:
- L929: Granulomatous disorder of the skin and subcutaneous tissue, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pigeon Chest
- Birth Defects
- Pectus Carinatum
- Keel Chest
- Protruding Breastbone
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q677: Pectus carinatum
Also known as:
- Hirschsprung's Disease
- Birth Defects
- Colonic Disease
- Hirschsprung disease
- Congenital Megacolon
- Aganglionic Megacolon
- Hirschsprung Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q431: Hirschsprung's disease
Which procedures does Dr. Vazquez perform as a Pediatric Surgeon?
As a Pediatric Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Walter Vazquez may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Vazquez's office.
Does Dr. Vazquez accept my insurance?
Dr. Vazquez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 532-5953 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Vazquez accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Vazquez 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
City of Los Angeles
Contra Costa
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Health Partners Plans
Heritage Health
Kaiser Permanente
Molina
Other Health Care Provider
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Where is Dr. Vazquez's office located?
Dr. Walter Vazquez's Primary Practice
34800 Bob Wilson Dr
San Diego, CA 92134
(619) 532-5953
What is Dr. Vazquez's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Vazquez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1619949476.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vazquez?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Vazquez
What is Dr. Walter Vazquez's specialty?
Dr. Vazquez is a Pediatric Surgeon near San Diego, CA. Pediatric Surgeons specializes in the management of surgical conditions in premature infants, newborns, children, and adolescents. Contact Dr. Vazquez to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Walter Vazquez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Vazquez is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente San Diego Medical Center 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
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Is Walter Vazquez accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Walter Vazquez is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Walter Vazquez offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Vazquez's office at (619) 532-5953 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Walter Vazquez?
Please contact Dr. Vazquez's office at (619) 532-5953 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Walter Vazquez have?
Dr. Walter Vazquez is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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