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Dr. Paulina Quintana, MD
San Diego, CA
35 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Quintana, Cytopathologist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Paulina Quintana, MD is a Cytopathologist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 35 years and is board certified. Dr. Quintana graduated from Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Honduras Facultad de Ciencias Medicas and completed her residency at Magee Womens Hosp, Cytopathology Univ Hlth Ctr Of Pittsburgh, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology. Dr. Quintana is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Quintana’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Quintana’s office at (619) 266-3332.
Where did Dr. Quintana go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Magee Womens Hosp, Cytopathology Univ Hlth Ctr Of Pittsburgh, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology
Medical School: University Auto De Baja California- Esc De Med- Mexicali- Baja Calif Norte | Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Honduras Facultad de Ciencias Medicas
What languages does Dr. Quintana speak?
Dr. Quintana and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Quintana treat?
As a Cytopathologist, Dr. Quintana 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. Quintana. 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:
- Stomach Inflammation
- Chronic Stomach Inflammation
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastritis & Gastropathy
- Gastritis
- Inflamed stomach lining
- Stomach lining inflammation
- Chronic gastritis
- Long-term stomach inflammation
- Persistent stomach lining inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2970: Gastritis, unspecified, without bleeding
- K2930: Chronic superficial gastritis without bleeding
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal polyps
- Bowel polyps
- Intestinal polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- K635: Polyp of colon
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:
- Rectal Polyp
- Rectal Disorder
- Rectal Growth
- Colon Polyp
- Benign Rectal Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- K621: Rectal polyp
Also known as:
- Esophagitis
- Barrett's Esophagus
- Esophagus Disorder
- Barrett’s Esophagus
- Inflammation of the Esophagus
- Sore Esophagus
- Esophageal Inflammation
- Barrett's condition
- Esophageal metaplasia
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2090: Esophagitis, unspecified without bleeding
- K2270: Barrett's esophagus without dysplasia
Also known as:
- Stomach or Duodenum Polyp
- Stomach and Duodenum Disorder
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastric Polyp
- Duodenal Polyp
- Stomach Growth
- Gastric Conditions
- Duodenal Conditions
- Digestive System Disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- K317: Polyp of stomach and duodenum
- K3189: Other diseases of stomach and duodenum
Also known as:
- Change in Bowel Habits
- Bowel Movement
- Altered Bowel Habits
- Irregular Bowel Movements
- Changes in Pooping
ICD-10 Codes:
- R194: Change in bowel habit
Also known as:
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Severe Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
- Acute abdomen
- Sudden stomach pain
- Emergency abdominal pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1013: Epigastric pain
- R100: Acute abdomen
Also known as:
- Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Digestive Disease
- Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
- Non-Bacterial Colitis
- Gut Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dark, Tarry Stools (Melena)
- Rectal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- Melena
- Black Stools
- Upper GI Bleed Signs
- Anal Bleeding
- Blood in Stool
- Lower GI Bleed
ICD-10 Codes:
- K921: Melena
- K625: Hemorrhage of anus and rectum
Also known as:
- Functional Diarrhea
- Diarrhea
- Chronic Diarrhea
- Persistent Diarrhea
- Diarrhea without clear cause
ICD-10 Codes:
- K591: Functional diarrhea
Also known as:
- Duodenum Inflammation
- Stomach Disorder
- Duodenitis
- Inflamed Duodenum
- Small Intestine Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2980: Duodenitis without bleeding
Also known as:
- Ulcerative Colitis
- Colitis
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
- Chronic Colitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5190: Ulcerative colitis, unspecified, without complications
Also known as:
- Large Intestine Diverticulosis
- Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
- Diverticular Disease
- Colon Diverticula
- Pockets in the Colon
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5730: Diverticulosis of large intestine without perforation or abscess without bleeding
Also known as:
- Observation for Other Ruled Out Condition (General)
- Monitoring for Various Suspected Illnesses
- General Observation for Excluded Conditions
- Broad Diagnostic Observation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0389: Encounter for observation for other suspected diseases and conditions ruled out
Which procedures does Dr. Quintana perform as a Cytopathologist?
As a Cytopathologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Paulina Quintana may include:
- Ancillary Testing
- Blood Sample
- Blood Smear
- Blood Sugar / Plasma Glucose Test
- Bone Pathology
- Chemical Pathology Consultation
- Chemical Pathology Follow Up
- Electrolyte Test / PH Imbalance
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Quintana's office.
Does Dr. Quintana accept my insurance?
Dr. Quintana accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 266-3332 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Quintana accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Quintana 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
Community Health Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Molina
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Quintana's office located?
Dr. Paulina Quintana's Primary Practice
292 Euclid Ave
San Diego, CA 92114
(619) 266-3332
What is Dr. Quintana's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Quintana's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1164482477.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Quintana?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Quintana
What is Dr. Paulina Quintana's specialty?
Dr. Quintana is a Cytopathologist near San Diego, CA. A cytopathologist is an anatomic pathologist with specialization in diagnosing diseases by studying cells collected from body fluids and secretions. This involves scraping, washing, or sponging the surface of a lesion, or using fine-needle aspiration to obtain samples from tumor masses or organs. A key aspect of their practice is interpreting Papanicolaou-stained smears, commonly known as the "Pap" test," from the female reproductive system. Their expertise is also applied to the diagnosis of cells from all different systems and areas of the human body. This makes them a valuable consultant to all medical specialists. Contact Dr. Quintana to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Paulina Quintana affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Quintana is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
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Is Paulina Quintana accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Paulina Quintana is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Paulina Quintana offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Quintana's office at (619) 266-3332 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Paulina Quintana?
Please contact Dr. Quintana's office at (619) 266-3332 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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