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Dr. James Esther, MD

San Diego, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Esther, Diagnostic Radiologist in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. James Esther, MD is a Diagnostic Radiologist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Radiology. Dr. Esther completed his residency at Beth Israel Deaconess Med Ctr, Diagnostic Radiology; St Mary Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Esther is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Esther’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Esther’s office at (760) 739-5400.

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

    • Residency: Beth Israel Deaconess Med Ctr, Diagnostic Radiology; St Mary Med Ctr, Internal Medicine

    Is Dr. Esther board certified in Diagnostic Radiologist?

    Yes, Dr. James Esther, MD is board certified by the American Board of Radiology

    What languages does Dr. Esther speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Esther treat?

    As a Diagnostic Radiologist, Dr. Esther 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. Esther. 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:

    • Pain in Right Knee
    • Pain in Left Knee
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Right Knee Ache
    • Right Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Right Knee
    • Left Knee Ache
    • Left Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Left Knee

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25561: Pain in right knee
    • M25562: Pain in left knee

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Right Hip Pain
    • Left Hip Pain
    • Hip Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Sore Right Hip
    • Right Hip Ache
    • Right Hip Discomfort
    • Sore Left Hip
    • Left Hip Ache
    • Left Hip Discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25551: Pain in right hip
    • M25552: Pain in left hip

    Also known as:

    • Right Shoulder Pain
    • Left Shoulder Pain
    • Pain
    • Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
    • Sore Right Shoulder
    • Right Shoulder Ache
    • Right Shoulder Discomfort
    • Sore Left Shoulder
    • Left Shoulder Ache
    • Left Shoulder Discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25511: Pain in right shoulder
    • M25512: Pain in left shoulder

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Other Chronic Pain Condition
    • Chronic Pain
    • Various chronic pain
    • Unspecified long-term pain
    • Persistent pain disorders

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8929: Other chronic pain

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Surgical Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • General post-operative care
    • Unspecified surgical recovery
    • Surgical follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4889: Encounter for other specified surgical aftercare

    Also known as:

    • Right Foot Pain
    • Foot Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Aching right foot
    • Right foot discomfort
    • Pain in right sole

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M79671: Pain in right foot

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Which procedures does Dr. Esther perform as a Diagnostic Radiologist?

    As a Diagnostic Radiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. James Esther may include:

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    Does Dr. Esther accept my insurance?

    Dr. Esther accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (760) 739-5400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Esther in San Diego, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Health Plan

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene

    • Community Health Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • Other Health Care Provider

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    Where is Dr. Esther's office located?

    Dr. James Esther's Primary Practice

    9455 Clairemont Mesa Blvd

    San Diego, CA 92123

    (760) 739-5400

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    Dr. James Esther's Practice 2

    8080 Parkway Dr

    La Mesa, CA 91942

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    Dr. James Esther's Practice 3

    1630 E Main St

    El Cajon, CA 92021

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

    Dr. Esther's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1114987096.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Esther?

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

    What is Dr. James Esther's specialty?

    Dr. Esther is a Diagnostic Radiologist near San Diego, CA. A radiologist is a medical doctor who specializes in using imaging technologies to diagnose, manage, and treat various medical conditions. Radiologists typically focus on Diagnostic Radiology, Interventional Radiology, or Radiation Oncology, and may also obtain certifications in a range of subspecialties, such as neuroradiology, musculoskeletal radiology, or pediatric radiology. Additionally, board certifications are available in Medical Physics, which ensures the safe and effective use of radiation in imaging and treatment. Radiologists collaborate with other healthcare professionals to interpret imaging results and help guide patient care decisions. Contact Dr. Esther to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. James Esther affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Esther is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente San Diego Medical Center 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 James Esther accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?

    Yes, Dr. James Esther is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. James Esther offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Esther's office at (760) 739-5400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with James Esther?

    Please contact Dr. Esther's office at (760) 739-5400 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. James Esther have?

    Dr. James Esther is certified by the American Board of Radiology.

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