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Dr. Brian Pazevic, MD

San Diego, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

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

    Dr. Brian Pazevic, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA. He is board certified. Dr. Pazevic graduated from University of Michigan Medical School and completed his residency at Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, Anesthesiology Scripps Mercy Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Pazevic is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pazevic’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pazevic’s office at (858) 565-9666.

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

    • Residency: Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, Anesthesiology Scripps Mercy Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year | University Ca San Diego Med Center | UCSD-Kaiser San Diego

    • Medical School: University of Mi Med Sch, Ann Arbor Mi | University of Mi Med Sch | University of Michigan Medical School

    Is Dr. Pazevic board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Brian Pazevic, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Pazevic speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Pazevic treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Pazevic 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. Pazevic. 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:

    • Combined Age-Related Cataract
    • Cataract
    • Age-Related Cataract
    • Cortical Age-Related Cataract
    • Mixed Type Cataract
    • Multiple Cataract Types
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness
    • Senile Cataract
    • Cloudy Lens
    • Lens Opacity
    • Cortical Cataract
    • Outer Lens Clouding
    • Eye Clouding

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye
    • H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye
    • H259: Unspecified age-related cataract
    • H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
    • H25011: Cortical age-related cataract, right eye
    • H25012: Cortical age-related cataract, left eye
    • H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
    • H269: Unspecified cataract

    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:

    • Right Rotator Cuff Tear
    • Left Rotator Cuff Tear
    • Rotator Cuff Injuries
    • Right rotator cuff rupture
    • Right shoulder tendon tear
    • Right shoulder muscle tear
    • Left rotator cuff rupture
    • Left shoulder tendon tear
    • Left shoulder muscle tear

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M75101: Unspecified rotator cuff tear or rupture of right shoulder, not specified as traumatic
    • M75102: Unspecified rotator cuff tear or rupture of left shoulder, not specified as traumatic

    Also known as:

    • Uncomplicated Childbirth
    • Childbirth
    • Normal Delivery
    • Natural Birth
    • Vaginal Delivery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O80: Encounter for full-term uncomplicated delivery

    Also known as:

    • Other tear of the medial meniscus in the right knee
    • Other tear of the medial meniscus in the left knee
    • Cartilage Disorder
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Torn meniscus
    • Knee cartilage tear
    • Meniscal injury
    • Torn knee cartilage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S83241A: Other tear of medial meniscus, current injury, right knee, initial encounter
    • S83242A: Other tear of medial meniscus, current injury, left knee, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Other Hip Sprain
    • Left Hip Sprain
    • Hip Injuries and Disorder
    • Sprains and Strains
    • Hip Ligament Sprain
    • Pulled Hip Ligament
    • Hip Strain
    • Left Hip Ligament Injury
    • Pulled Left Hip Ligament
    • Left Hip Strain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S73191A: Other sprain of right hip, initial encounter
    • S73192A: Other sprain of left hip, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Glaucoma
    • High eye pressure
    • Optic nerve damage
    • Ocular hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H409: Unspecified glaucoma

    Also known as:

    • Right Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Right Wrist Nerve Compression
    • Right Hand Numbness
    • Right CTS

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G5601: Carpal tunnel syndrome, right upper limb

    Also known as:

    • Anterior Cruciate Ligament Sprain
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Sprains and Strains
    • ACL Sprain
    • ACL Injury
    • Knee Ligament Tear

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S83511A: Sprain of anterior cruciate ligament of right knee, initial encounter

    What procedures does Dr. Pazevic perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Pazevic 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. Pazevic. 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:

    • Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
    • Shoulder Nerve Injection
    • Arm Pain Injection
    • Imaging-Guided Nerve Block

    CPT Codes:

    • 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Femoral Nerve Block Injection
    • Abdominal Wall Nerve Block (TAP Block)
    • Femoral nerve injection
    • Thigh nerve block
    • Pain relief injection for thigh
    • Nerve block with imaging guidance
    • TAP block
    • Transversus abdominis plane block
    • Rectus sheath block
    • Abdominal pain injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
    • 64488: Transversus abdominis plane (TAP) block (abdominal plane block, rectus sheath block) bilateral; by injections (includes imaging guidance, when performed)

    Also known as:

    • Sciatic Nerve Pain Injection
    • Sciatic Nerve Block
    • Sciatica Injection
    • Steroid Injection for Sciatica
    • Pain Relief for Sciatic Nerve

    CPT Codes:

    • 64445: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; sciatic nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed

    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. Pazevic accept my insurance?

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

    Dr. Pazevic 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

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • Hackensack Meridian Health

    • OptumRx

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other Support Agencies/Consultants

    • Scripps Health

    • State of Arizona

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    Where is Dr. Pazevic's office located?

    Dr. Brian Pazevic's Primary Practice

    3626 Ruffin Rd

    San Diego, CA 92123

    (858) 565-9666

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

    Dr. Pazevic's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1538129028.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pazevic?

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

    What is Dr. Brian Pazevic's specialty?

    Dr. Pazevic 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. Pazevic to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Brian Pazevic affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Pazevic is affiliated with Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas 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

    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 Brian Pazevic accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Brian Pazevic is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Brian Pazevic offer online booking?

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

    How can I make an appointment with Brian Pazevic?

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

    Which board certifications does Dr. Brian Pazevic have?

    Dr. Brian Pazevic is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.

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