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Dr. Elena Fishman, MD

Dr. Elena Fishman, MD

San Diego, CA

Accepting patients

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

    Dr. Elena Fishman, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA. She is board certified. Dr. Fishman graduated from Loma Linda University School of Medicine and completed her residency at Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, Pediatrics. Dr. Fishman is fluent in English and Russian, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fishman’s office at (858) 793-1011.

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

    • Residency: Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, Pediatrics | University of California, San Diego | University of California At San Diego | University of California (San Diego) Program

    • Medical School: Tufts Univ Sch of Med, Boston Ma | Loma Linda University School of Medicine | Tufts University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Fishman board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Elena Fishman, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics since 2003

    What languages does Dr. Fishman speak?

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

    • English
    • Russian

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Fishman typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Fishman 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. Fishman. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Fishman typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Fishman 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. Fishman. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
    • Benign Skin Growth Destruction
    • Skin Lesion Excision
    • Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
    • Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions

    CPT Codes:

    • 17110: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), of benign lesions other than skin tags or cutaneous vascular proliferative lesions; up to 14 lesions

    Does Dr. Fishman accept my insurance?

    Dr. Fishman 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. Fishman accept in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Fishman 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

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • Community Health Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other Provider Networks

    • Sharp HealthCare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Fishman's office located?

    Dr. Elena Fishman's Primary Practice

    12395 El Camino Real Ste 219

    San Diego, CA 92130

    (858) 793-1011

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    What hospitals are Dr. Fishman affiliated with?

    Dr. Fishman has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Rady Childrens Hospital - San Diego,San Diego, CA
    Rady Childrens Hospital - San Diego,San Diego, CA

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

    Dr. Fishman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740249432.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fishman?

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

    What is Dr. Elena Fishman's specialty?

    What does a Pediatrician do?

    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.

    Is Dr. Elena Fishman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Fishman is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Rady Childrens Hospital - San Diego, Rady Childrens Hospital - San Diego. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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

    When to see a Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatrician. Explore 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 Dr. Elena Fishman accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Elena Fishman is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Elena Fishman offer online booking?

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

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Elena Fishman?

    Please contact Dr. Fishman's office at (858) 793-1011 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Fishman's office located?

    Dr. Fishman's office is located in San Diego, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Elena Fishman have?

    Dr. Elena Fishman is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.