Overview
David Kunkel is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in San Diego, California.
Dr. Kunkel is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Bowel Incontinence, Gastroparesis, Encopresis, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 28 peer reviewed articles.
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Insurance
Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.
Accepted insurance plans:
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE SNP
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER COMMERCIAL
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- PPO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE SNP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
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- HMO
- PPO
- HMO
- INDEMNITY
- POS
- PPO
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- OTHER MEDICARE
- POS
- PPO
- OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
- OTHER MEDICAID
- STATE MEDICAID
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE PDP
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- MEDICARE DISCOUNT CARD
- MEDICARE PDP
- OTHER MEDICARE
- EPO
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Locations
4303 La Jolla Village Dr Ste 2110, San Diego, CA 92122
200 W Arbor Dr, San Diego, CA 92103
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Kunkel has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. David Kunkel
How do I make an appointment with Dr. David Kunkel?
You can book an appointment with Dr. David Kunkel by calling their office at 619-543-2347. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. David Kunkel a top-rated expert for Bowel Incontinence?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. David Kunkel is classified as an Elite expert for Bowel Incontinence, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. David Kunkel specialize in?
While Dr. David Kunkel is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Bowel Incontinence, Gastroparesis, and Encopresis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.
Does Dr. David Kunkel participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. David Kunkel has published 28 articles and abstracts on conditions like Bowel Incontinence. You can view a list of Dr. David Kunkel's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. David Kunkel accept my insurance?
Dr. David Kunkel accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Alignment Health Plan. We recommend calling the office directly at 619-543-2347 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Elite
- Bowel IncontinenceDr. Kunkel isElite. Learn about Bowel Incontinence.
- Distinguished
- EncopresisDr. Kunkel isDistinguished. Learn about Encopresis.
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)Dr. Kunkel isDistinguished. Learn about Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD).
- GastroparesisDr. Kunkel isDistinguished. Learn about Gastroparesis.
- Advanced
- AchalasiaDr. Kunkel isAdvanced. Learn about Achalasia.
- Chronic Idiopathic Constipation (CIC)
- EsophagitisDr. Kunkel isAdvanced. Learn about Esophagitis.
- Gastric DysmotilityDr. Kunkel isAdvanced. Learn about Gastric Dysmotility.
- Hiatal HerniaDr. Kunkel isAdvanced. Learn about Hiatal Hernia.
- Painful SwallowingDr. Kunkel isAdvanced. Learn about Painful Swallowing.
- Experienced
- Bacterial GastroenteritisDr. Kunkel isExperienced. Learn about Bacterial Gastroenteritis.
- Barrett EsophagusDr. Kunkel isExperienced. Learn about Barrett Esophagus.
- Benign Esophageal StrictureDr. Kunkel isExperienced. Learn about Benign Esophageal Stricture.
- Cannabinoid Hyperemesis Syndrome (CHS)Dr. Kunkel isExperienced. Learn about Cannabinoid Hyperemesis Syndrome (CHS).
- Childhood VolvulusDr. Kunkel isExperienced. Learn about Childhood Volvulus.
- Chronic Erosive GastritisDr. Kunkel isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Erosive Gastritis.