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Dr. Douglas Wemmer, MD

San Diego, CA

45 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

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

    Dr. Douglas Wemmer, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 45 years and is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology. Dr. Wemmer graduated from Ohio State University / College of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, Anesthesiology; Univ Of S Fl Coll Of Med, Internal Medicine. Dr. Wemmer is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wemmer’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wemmer’s office at (858) 554-0220.

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

    • Residency: Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, Anesthesiology; Univ Of S Fl Coll Of Med, Internal Medicine | University of South Florida Morsani College of Medicine Program

    • Medical School: Oh State Univ Coll of Med, Columbus Oh | Ohio State University / College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Wemmer board certified in Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Douglas Wemmer, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Wemmer speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Wemmer treat?

    As a Anesthesiologist, Dr. Wemmer 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. Wemmer. 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:

    • Shoulder Labrum Tear
    • Shoulder Injury
    • Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
    • Sprains and Strains
    • Labral Tear
    • SLAP Lesion
    • Torn Shoulder Labrum
    • Glenoid labrum tear
    • SLAP tear
    • Shoulder cartilage tear
    • Shoulder Problem
    • Shoulder Condition
    • Shoulder Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S43431A: Superior glenoid labrum lesion of right shoulder, initial encounter
    • S43432A: Superior glenoid labrum lesion of left shoulder, initial encounter
    • M7591: Shoulder lesion, unspecified, right shoulder
    • M7592: Shoulder lesion, unspecified, left shoulder

    Also known as:

    • Meniscus Tear
    • Cartilage Disorder
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Torn Cartilage in Knee
    • Meniscal Injury
    • Knee Cartilage Tear

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S83206A: Unspecified tear of unspecified meniscus, current injury, right knee, initial encounter
    • S83207A: Unspecified tear of unspecified meniscus, current injury, left knee, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Sleep Apnea
    • Obstructive Sleep Apnea
    • Obstructive sleep apnea
    • Breathing Pauses During Sleep
    • Snoring Disorder
    • OSA
    • Blocked airway during sleep
    • Snoring and gasping during sleep

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4730: Sleep apnea, unspecified
    • G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S83511A: Sprain of anterior cruciate ligament of right knee, initial encounter
    • S83512A: Sprain of anterior cruciate ligament of left knee, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Plantar Fibromatosis
    • Foot Injuries and Disorder
    • Heel Injuries and Disorder
    • Ledderhose disease
    • Plantar fasciitis nodule
    • Foot fibromatosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M722: Plantar fascial fibromatosis

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

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

    Also known as:

    • Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
    • Rotator Cuff Injuries
    • Swimmer's Shoulder
    • Impingement Syndrome
    • Rotator Cuff Impingement

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M7542: Impingement syndrome of left shoulder
    • M7541: Impingement syndrome of right shoulder

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Internal Fixation Device
    • Fractures
    • Hardware removal surgery
    • Implant removal procedure
    • Fixation device extraction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z472: Encounter for removal of internal fixation device

    Also known as:

    • Right Foot Bunion
    • Toe Injuries and Disorder
    • Bunion
    • Right Hallux Valgus
    • Right Big Toe Deformity
    • Right Foot Bump

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M21611: Bunion of right foot

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

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

    Also known as:

    • Sprained Left Ankle
    • Ankle Injuries and Disorder
    • Sprains and Strains
    • Left Ankle Sprain
    • Left Ankle Ligament Injury
    • Twisted Left Ankle

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S93402A: Sprain of unspecified ligament of left ankle, initial encounter

    Does Dr. Wemmer accept my insurance?

    Dr. Wemmer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 554-0220 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

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

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Wemmer's office located?

    Dr. Douglas Wemmer's Primary Practice

    8929 University Center Ln

    San Diego, CA 92122

    (858) 554-0220

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    Dr. Douglas Wemmer's Practice 2

    5471 Kearny Villa Rd Ste 100

    San Diego, CA 92123

    (858) 560-4567

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

    Dr. Wemmer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1952362675.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wemmer?

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

    What is Dr. Douglas Wemmer's specialty?

    Dr. Wemmer 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. Wemmer to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Douglas Wemmer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Wemmer 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

    Where can I learn more about Anesthesiologist?

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    Is Douglas Wemmer accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Douglas Wemmer is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Douglas Wemmer offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Wemmer's office at (858) 554-0220 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Douglas Wemmer?

    Please contact Dr. Wemmer's office at (858) 554-0220 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Douglas Wemmer have?

    Dr. Douglas Wemmer is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.

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