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Dr. Stuart Rubenstein, MD

Dr. Stuart Rubenstein, MD

San Diego, CA

33 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Rubenstein, Pediatrician in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Stuart Rubenstein, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA. He has been practicing for over 33 years and is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics and American Board of Dermatology. Dr. Rubenstein graduated from University of California and completed his residency at Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, Pediatrics; Univ Ca Davis Med Ctr, Pediatrics. Dr. Rubenstein is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rubenstein’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rubenstein’s office at (858) 793-1011.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Rubenstein?

    Dr. Stuart Rubenstein, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatrician known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Rubenstein empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Primary Care, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the San Diego/CA community, Dr. Rubenstein is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, Pediatrics; Univ Ca Davis Med Ctr, Pediatrics | University of California, San Diego | University of California, Davis Affiliated Hospitals | UC Irvine Medical Center

    • Medical School: University of Ca, San Diego, Sch of Med, La Jolla Ca | University of California

    Is Dr. Rubenstein board certified in Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Stuart Rubenstein, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics , American Board of Dermatology since 1989

    What languages does Dr. Rubenstein speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Rubenstein treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Rubenstein 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. Rubenstein. 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:

    • Sore Throat
    • Sore Throat Due to Other Germs
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection
    • Acute pharyngitis from specific organisms
    • Bacterial sore throat
    • Infectious pharyngitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
    • J028: Acute pharyngitis due to other specified organisms

    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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    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:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Throat irritation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R058: Other specified cough

    Also known as:

    • Ear Infection
    • Left Ear Infection
    • Otitis Media
    • Middle Ear Infection
    • Ear Inflammation
    • Left Middle Ear Infection
    • Left Otitis Media
    • Left Earache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H66001: Acute suppurative otitis media without spontaneous rupture of ear drum, right ear
    • H66002: Acute suppurative otitis media without spontaneous rupture of ear drum, left ear

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Bacterial Pneumonia
    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection (Bacterial)
    • Pneumonitis
    • Community-acquired Pneumonia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J159: Unspecified bacterial pneumonia

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sinusitis
    • Sinus Infection
    • Rhinosinusitis
    • Acute Sinus Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J0190: Acute sinusitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Bronchitis
    • Chest cold
    • Short-term bronchitis
    • Acute chest infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • ADHD, Combined Type
    • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
    • Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
    • Combined ADHD
    • Typical ADHD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F902: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, combined type

    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:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Rubenstein perform as a Pediatrician?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by a Dr. Stuart Rubenstein may include:

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

    Does Dr. Rubenstein accept my insurance?

    Dr. Rubenstein accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 793-1011 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Rubenstein accept in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Rubenstein 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)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Molina

    • Sharp Health Plan

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Rubenstein's office located?

    Dr. Stuart Rubenstein's Primary Practice

    12395 El Camino Real Ste 219

    San Diego, CA 92130

    (858) 793-1011

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

    Dr. Rubenstein's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1689633844.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rubenstein?

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

    What is Dr. Stuart Rubenstein's specialty?

    Dr. Rubenstein is a Pediatrician near San Diego, 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. Rubenstein to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Stuart Rubenstein affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Rubenstein is affiliated with Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas 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

    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 Stuart Rubenstein accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Stuart Rubenstein is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Stuart Rubenstein offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Rubenstein's office at (858) 793-1011 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Stuart Rubenstein?

    Please contact Dr. Rubenstein's office at (858) 793-1011 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Stuart Rubenstein have?

    Dr. Stuart Rubenstein is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics and American Board of Dermatology.

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