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Dr. Krista Bockstahler, MD

San Diego, CA

21 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Bockstahler, Anesthesiologist in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Krista Bockstahler, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA. She has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified. Dr. Bockstahler completed her residency at Beth Israel Deaconess Med Ctr, Pediatric Anesthesiology. Dr. Bockstahler is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bockstahler’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bockstahler’s office at (858) 565-9666.

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

    • Residency: Beth Israel Deaconess Med Ctr, Pediatric Anesthesiology

    • Medical School: Uniformed Services University of The Health Sciences,Bethesda

    Is Dr. Bockstahler board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Krista Bockstahler, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Bockstahler speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Bockstahler treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Bockstahler 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. Bockstahler. 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:

    • Depression (Single Episode)
    • Recurrent Severe Depression
    • Depression
    • Major depression
    • Depressive episode
    • Clinical depression
    • Chronic severe depression
    • Repeated severe depressive episodes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F329: Major depressive disorder, single episode, unspecified
    • F332: Major depressive disorder, recurrent severe without psychotic features

    Also known as:

    • Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia
    • Leukemia
    • Acute Myeloid Leukemia
    • Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia
    • ALL
    • Acute lymphocytic leukemia
    • Lymphoblastic leukemia
    • Blood Cancer
    • Cancer of White Blood Cells
    • Leukemia types
    • AML Leukemia
    • Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia
    • Acute Myelogenous Leukemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C9100: Acute lymphoblastic leukemia not having achieved remission
    • C9590: Leukemia, unspecified not having achieved remission
    • C9200: Acute myeloblastic leukemia, not having achieved remission

    Also known as:

    • Tooth Decay
    • Cavities
    • Dental Caries
    • Tooth Rot

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K029: Dental caries, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Enlarged Tonsils and Adenoids
    • Adenoids
    • Tonsil and adenoid hypertrophy
    • Swollen tonsils and adenoids
    • Big tonsils and adenoids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J353: Hypertrophy of tonsils with hypertrophy of adenoids

    Also known as:

    • Ear Infection
    • Middle Ear Infection
    • Otitis Media

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6690: Otitis media, unspecified, unspecified ear

    Also known as:

    • Acute pain after medical procedure
    • Pain
    • Acute post-operative pain
    • Pain after surgery
    • Post-procedural pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Enlarged Adenoids
    • Adenoids
    • Adenoid hypertrophy
    • Swollen adenoids
    • Big adenoids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J352: Hypertrophy of adenoids

    Also known as:

    • Eosinophilic Esophagitis
    • EoE
    • Allergic Esophagitis
    • Eosinophilic Inflammation of Esophagus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K200: Eosinophilic esophagitis

    Also known as:

    • Schizoaffective Disorder
    • Psychotic Disorder
    • Schizoaffective disorder
    • Mixed psychotic and mood disorder
    • Schizophrenia with mood symptoms
    • Affective psychosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F259: Schizoaffective disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma
    • Lymphoma
    • Lymphatic Cancer
    • Lymphosarcoma
    • NHL

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C8590: Non-Hodgkin lymphoma, unspecified, unspecified site

    Also known as:

    • Brain Growth of Unknown Type
    • Brain Disease
    • Brain tumor of unknown nature
    • Brain lesion of unknown behavior
    • Indeterminate brain mass

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D496: Neoplasm of unspecified behavior of brain

    Also known as:

    • Seizures
    • Epilepsy
    • Convulsions
    • Fits

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R569: Unspecified convulsions

    Also known as:

    • Obstructive Sleep Apnea
    • Sleep Apnea
    • Obstructive sleep apnea
    • OSA
    • Blocked airway during sleep
    • Snoring and gasping during sleep

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)

    Also known as:

    • Adrenal Gland Cancer
    • Adrenocortical Carcinoma Treatment (PDQ)
    • Adrenocortical Carcinoma
    • Adrenal Cancer
    • Malignant Adrenal Tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C7490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified adrenal gland

    Also known as:

    • Appendicitis
    • Inflamed Appendix
    • Appendix Inflammation
    • Appendix Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K37: Unspecified appendicitis

    Also known as:

    • Bipolar Disorder
    • Manic depression
    • Bipolar illness
    • Mood disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F319: Bipolar disorder, unspecified

    What procedures does Dr. Bockstahler perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Bockstahler performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Bockstahler. 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:

    • Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection (No Imaging)
    • Lower Back Epidural Injection
    • Caudal Epidural Injection
    • Spinal Pain Injection (Lumbar)

    CPT Codes:

    • 62322: Injection(s), of diagnostic or therapeutic substance(s) (eg, anesthetic, antispasmodic, opioid, steroid, other solution), not including neurolytic substances, including needle or catheter placement, interlaminar epidural or subarachnoid, lumbar or sacral (caudal); without imaging guidance

    Does Dr. Bockstahler accept my insurance?

    Dr. Bockstahler accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 565-9666 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Bockstahler 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 Territories

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other Provider Networks

    • Rady Childrens Hospital-San Diego

    • Sharp Health Plan

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Bockstahler's office located?

    Dr. Krista Bockstahler's Primary Practice

    3626 Ruffin Rd

    San Diego, CA 92123

    (858) 565-9666

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

    Dr. Bockstahler's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1689633257.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bockstahler?

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

    What is Dr. Krista Bockstahler's specialty?

    Dr. Bockstahler is a Anesthesiologist near San Diego, CA. A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer. Contact Dr. Bockstahler to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Krista Bockstahler affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Bockstahler is affiliated with Sharp Coronado Hospital, Palomar Medical Center Escondido 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 Anesthesiologist?

    Explore Anesthesiologist 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 Krista Bockstahler accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Krista Bockstahler is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Krista Bockstahler offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Bockstahler's office at (858) 565-9666 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Krista Bockstahler?

    Please contact Dr. Bockstahler's office at (858) 565-9666 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Krista Bockstahler have?

    Dr. Krista Bockstahler is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.

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