Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Brewster, Pediatric Otolaryngologist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Douglas Brewster, MD is a Pediatric Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA. He is board certified. Dr. Brewster graduated from Georgetown University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Naval Reg Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Brewster is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Brewster’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Brewster’s office at (858) 526-6136.
Where did Dr. Brewster go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Naval Reg Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year | Naval Regional Center
Medical School: Georgetown Univ Sch of Med, Washington Dc | Georgetown University School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Brewster speak?
Dr. Brewster and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Brewster treat?
As a Pediatric Otolaryngologist, Dr. Brewster 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. Brewster. 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:
- Deviated Septum
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Crooked nose septum
- Nasal blockage
- Septal deviation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J342: Deviated nasal septum
Also known as:
- Blocked Earwax
- Ear Disorder
- Impacted earwax
- Earwax impaction
- Excess earwax
- Impacted Earwax
- Excessive Earwax
- Earwax Impaction
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6123: Impacted cerumen, bilateral
- H6120: Impacted cerumen, unspecified ear
Also known as:
- Enlarged Nasal Turbinates
- Nosebleed
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Turbinate hypertrophy
- Swollen turbinates
- Congested turbinates
- Epistaxis
- Bleeding nose
- Nasal hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- J343: Hypertrophy of nasal turbinates
- R040: Epistaxis
Also known as:
- Chronic Sinusitis
- Sinusitis
- Chronic sinus infection
- Long-term sinus problems
- Persistent sinus inflammation
- Maxillary sinus inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J329: Chronic sinusitis, unspecified
- J320: Chronic maxillary sinusitis
Also known as:
- Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Face
- Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Nose
- Skin Cancer
- Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ)
- Basal Cell Carcinoma (BCC)
- Rodent Ulcer
- BCC
- Basal Cell Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C44310: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of unspecified parts of face
- C44311: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of nose
Also known as:
- Sensorineural Hearing Loss
- Hearing Disorder and Deafness
- Nonsyndromic hearing loss
- Nerve Deafness
- Inner Ear Hearing Loss
- SNHL
- Permanent Hearing Loss
ICD-10 Codes:
- H903: Sensorineural hearing loss, bilateral
Also known as:
- Nose and Sinus Disorder
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Nasal problems
- Sinus problems
- Nose and sinus conditions
ICD-10 Codes:
- J3489: Other specified disorders of nose and nasal sinuses
Also known as:
- Enlarged Adenoids
- Adenoids
- Adenoid hypertrophy
- Swollen adenoids
- Big adenoids
ICD-10 Codes:
- J352: Hypertrophy of adenoids
Also known as:
- Having Ear Tubes
- Tympanostomy tubes
- Grommets
- Ventilation tubes
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z9622: Myringotomy tube(s) status
Also known as:
- Acid Reflux
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
Also known as:
- Chronic Rhinitis
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Chronic runny nose
- Persistent nasal inflammation
- Long-term stuffy nose
ICD-10 Codes:
- J310: Chronic rhinitis
Also known as:
- Nasal Polyp
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Polyp in nose
- Nasal growth
- Sinus polyp
ICD-10 Codes:
- J339: Nasal polyp, unspecified
Also known as:
- Epidermal Cyst
- Skin Condition
- Sebaceous Cyst
- Keratin Cyst
- Epidermoid Cyst
ICD-10 Codes:
- L720: Epidermal cyst
Also known as:
- Chronic Ear Infection
- Ear Infection
- Chronic Middle Ear Infection
- Chronic Otitis Media
- Long-term Ear Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6520: Chronic serous otitis media, unspecified ear
Also known as:
- Skin Cancer
- Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Basal Cell Carcinoma
- BCC
- Malignant Skin Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C4491: Basal cell carcinoma of skin, unspecified
Also known as:
- Stuffy Nose
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Blocked nose
- Nasal congestion
- Congested nose
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0981: Nasal congestion
Which procedures does Dr. Brewster perform as a Pediatric Otolaryngologist?
As a Pediatric Otolaryngologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Douglas Brewster may include:
- Adenoidectomy Consultation
- Adenoidectomy Follow Up
- Allergy Consultation
- Balloon Sinuplasty (BSP)
- Cancer Screening
- Cochlear Implant
- Ear Deformity and Reconstruction
- Ear Surgery Consultation
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Brewster's office.
Does Dr. Brewster accept my insurance?
Dr. Brewster accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 526-6136 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Brewster accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Brewster 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
Community Health Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Other Health Care Provider
Sharp Health Plan
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Brewster's office located?
Dr. Douglas Brewster's Primary Practice
10243 Genetic Center Dr
San Diego, CA 92121
(858) 526-6136
What is Dr. Brewster's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Brewster's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1609848316.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Brewster?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Brewster
What is Dr. Douglas Brewster's specialty?
Dr. Brewster is a Pediatric Otolaryngologist near San Diego, CA. A pediatric otolaryngologist specializes in managing infants and children with congenital and acquired conditions of the aerodigestive tract, nose, sinuses, ears, and other head and neck areas. They have expertise in diagnosing and treating childhood disorders related to voice, speech, language, and hearing. Contact Dr. Brewster to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Douglas Brewster affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Brewster is affiliated with Sharp Memorial Hospital 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 Douglas Brewster accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Douglas Brewster is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Douglas Brewster offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Brewster's office at (858) 526-6136 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Douglas Brewster?
Please contact Dr. Brewster's office at (858) 526-6136 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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