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Dr. Jason R. Hess, MD

Accepting New Patients

(6 Ratings)

Specializes in: General Surgery, Hand Surgery and Plastic Surgery

Wright State University, Boonshoft School of Medicine (2001)

Professional interests include: dermabrasion, reconstructive surgery, cosmetic procedures, and more.

3969 Fourth Avenue Suite 204
San Diego, CA 92103

(619) 299-7467

Dr. Jason R. Hess, MD is a general surgeon in San Diego, CA specializing in general surgery, hand surgery and plastic surgery. He graduated from Wright State University, Boonshoft School of Medicine in 2001 and has 25 years of experience. Dr. Jason R. Hess, MD is affiliated with Sharp Grossmont Hospital, Sharp HealthCare, Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas, Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, Scripps Health, Scripps Mercy Hospital Chula Vista, Sharp Memorial Hospital, Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego and Mercy Physicians Medical Group.

Office Locations

Mercy Physicians Medical Group

3969 Fourth Avenue Suite 204
San Diego, CA 92103

(619) 299-7467

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Sharp Memorial Hospital

4060 4th Avenue Suite 120
San Diego, CA 92103

(619) 299-7467

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Some issues Dr. Jason R. Hess, MD can help you with:

Chemical Peels

Chemical peels remove the outer layer of the skin using chemical solutions, like glycolic acid and phenol. Although most commonly performed on the face, this non-surgical procedure may be done on the neck and hands as well. Chemical peels can treat the following:

Age spots
Fine lines and wrinkles
Freckles
Rough skin
Sun-damaged skin
Acne

Before the procedure, a skin evaluation is done to determine which type of peel will produce the best results. Dark skin tends to respond well to light peels, while severely sun-damaged skin will likely benefit from a moderate or deep peel. Pre-treatment creams and sunscreen need to be applied every day for several weeks prior to the procedure. Doing this may help shorten the healing process.

During the peel, the area to be treated is cleaned thoroughly, and the chemical solution is applied on the skin for several minutes, which produces a stinging sensation. A neutralizing agent is then used, and the stinging sensation gradually goes away. For more intense peels, a cool compress may be placed on the area to relieve any stinging or burning, or the solution may be applied in intervals to limit exposure to the strong chemicals.

Following a light peel, there will be redness and swelling, which typically fade in a few days. Swelling after a moderate or deep peel may last for a week, and mild redness may continue for a few weeks. To help improve the final results of a peel, treated areas must be kept cool, moisturized, and protected from sunlight.

Dermabrasion

Dermabrasion, also known as dermaplaning, uses a high-speed rotating device to scrape away outer layers of the skin and create a smoother surface. This surgical procedure is most commonly used on the face, but it may be performed on other parts of the body as well. It treats the following skin issues:

Raised scars due to accidents, previous surgery, or acne.
Deep wrinkles.
Skin growths, like precancerous lesions.

During dermabrasion, a nurse or other healthcare professional holds the skin taut so that the doctor can apply gentle but constant pressure on the skin using the device. Depending on how much skin needs treatment, it may take a few minutes to over an hour to complete the surgery.

A waxy or moist dressing is placed on the skin at the end of the procedure. The treated area will be red and swollen for about two to three weeks. Itchiness and tingling will likely be present for some time. Although less common, enlarged pores, cold sores, rashes, and permanent skin discoloration may also occur. Normal activities may be resumed about two weeks following dermabrasion. However, swimming in chlorinated water and sports that involve the use of balls should be avoided for four to six weeks.

Pressure Ulcers (Bedsores)

Commonly referred to as bedsores, pressure ulcers or pressure sores are areas of injured skin that result from staying in one position for a long period of time. Being bedridden or confined to a wheelchair puts a person at a high risk of developing such sores. The most commonly affected sites are the buttocks, hips, lower back, shoulder blade and spine areas, and backs of arms and legs. A pressure ulcer typically starts out as tender, reddish skin and may turn into a shallow wound that appears like a blister. At the next stage, it becomes a deep wound with yellowish dead tissue and some exposed fat. The most severe pressure ulcers are large wounds with dark dead tissue and exposed muscle or bone. Early detection and treatment are crucial as ulcers tend to develop rapidly and cause infections that could eventually lead to organ failure.

Mild sores may heal on their own when pressure on the affected area is reduced. This can be accomplished by simply repositioning the body every hour. If the sores are painful or infected, medications such as pain relievers and antibiotics may be prescribed. Cleaning the wound and changing dressings regularly also help the healing process. Severe pressure ulcers, on the other hand, may require surgery, which involves removal of any damaged, infected, or dead tissue and closing the wound. Wound closure can be achieved either by stitching the skin edges together or by using a flap of the patient's own tissue.

If a patient needs to have pressure ulcer surgery, they will likely be on bedrest for a few weeks to allow the wound to heal completely. The patient and their family members will be given instructions on positioning and transfer techniques to help keep pressure off the wound. When the doctor thinks the patient is ready, he or she will give the patient special exercises to help them regain their range of motion. To prevent the recurrence of ulcers, patients or their caregivers should be diligent about changing positions regularly, observing for early signs of new pressure sores, and replacing any worn-out mattresses or cushions.

Noteworthy Medicare Patient Procedures Performed by Dr. Jason R. Hess, MD in 2023

Click on any procedure below to see further details on volume and pricing among Medicare patients.

Top 5%

By Volume:

inpatient hospital care

In 2023, Dr. Jason R. Hess, MD performed more inpatient hospital care (for patient admitted to hospital) procedures for Medicare patients than 95% of providers in related specialties within California.

Top 10%

By Affordability:

excision

In 2023, Dr. Jason R. Hess, MD had a list price for excision that was lower than the list prices billed to Medicare by 90% of providers in related specialties within California. Actual amounts paid by patients can vary widely depending on a number of factors, including insurance coverage. A lower list price, however, might mean lower fees when paying without insurance.

Top 25%

By Volume:

excision

wound repair

By Affordability:

hospital care

inpatient care

inpatient hospital care

reconstructive surgery

wound repair

In 2012, among providers in related specialties within California, Dr. Jason R. Hess, MD performed more excision, and wound repair (e.g. stitches) procedures for Medicare patients than 75% of them and he also had a list price for hospital care, inpatient care, inpatient hospital care (for patient admitted to hospital), reconstructive surgery, and wound repair (e.g. stitches) that was lower than the list prices billed to Medicare by 75% of them. Actual amounts paid by patients can vary widely depending on a number of factors, including insurance coverage. A lower list price, however, might mean lower fees when paying without insurance.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Jason R. Hess, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	64

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Jason R. Hess, MD treated as a general surgeon in San Diego, CA during 2013 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Jason R. Hess, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	68
hospital care	23
inpatient care	23

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Jason R. Hess, MD.

**Gender**
Male	35
Female	41

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	60
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	31
From 75 to 84	28
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Jason R. Hess, MD in 2013

Hypertension	70
High Cholesterol	47
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	32
Depression	29
Chronic Kidney Disease	30
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	16
Atrial Fibrilation	14
Heart Failure	26
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	36
Dementia	0
Cancer	24

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Jason R. Hess, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	21

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Jason R. Hess, MD.

**Gender**
Male	25
Female	31

**Age**
From 65 to 74	26
From 75 to 84	16
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Jason R. Hess, MD in 2014

Hypertension	59
High Cholesterol	48
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	25
Depression	27
Chronic Kidney Disease	21
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	20
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	0
Dementia	0
Cancer	23

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Jason R. Hess, MD treated as a general surgeon in San Diego, CA during 2015 were emergency care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Jason R. Hess, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	97
emergency care	11

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Jason R. Hess, MD.

**Gender**
Male	50
Female	106

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	134
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	66
From 75 to 84	32
85 and over	30
Less than 65	28

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Jason R. Hess, MD in 2015

Hypertension	65
High Cholesterol	49
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	33
Depression	40
Chronic Kidney Disease	27
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	29
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	15
Diabetes	23
Dementia	0
Cancer	26

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Jason R. Hess, MD treated as a general surgeon in San Diego, CA during 2016 were hospital care, inpatient care and emergency care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Jason R. Hess, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	109
emergency care	11
hospital care	13
inpatient care	13

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Jason R. Hess, MD.

**Gender**
Male	36
Female	42

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	61
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	28
From 75 to 84	13
85 and over	12
Less than 65	25

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Jason R. Hess, MD in 2016

Hypertension	63
High Cholesterol	40
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	23
Depression	37
Chronic Kidney Disease	33
Asthma	26
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	24
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	17
Diabetes	31
Dementia	18
Cancer	15

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Jason R. Hess, MD treated as a general surgeon in San Diego, CA during 2017 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Jason R. Hess, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	140
hospital care	90
inpatient care	90

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Jason R. Hess, MD.

**Gender**
Male	58
Female	65

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	91
Black	14
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	44
From 75 to 84	32
85 and over	23
Less than 65	24

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Jason R. Hess, MD in 2017

Hypertension	73
High Cholesterol	53
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	46
Depression	38
Chronic Kidney Disease	48
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	15
Heart Failure	36
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	25
Diabetes	37
Dementia	28
Cancer	14

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Jason R. Hess, MD treated as a general surgeon in San Diego, CA during 2018 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Jason R. Hess, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	100
hospital care	141
inpatient care	141

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Jason R. Hess, MD.

**Gender**
Male	59
Female	83

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	104
Black	0
Hispanic	14
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	52
From 75 to 84	43
85 and over	17
Less than 65	30

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Jason R. Hess, MD in 2018

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	60
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	42
Depression	39
Chronic Kidney Disease	56
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	13
Atrial Fibrilation	17
Heart Failure	43
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	25
Diabetes	49
Dementia	30
Cancer	15

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Jason R. Hess, MD treated as a general surgeon in San Diego, CA during 2019 were hospital care, inpatient care, wound repair (e.g. stitches) and debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue).

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Jason R. Hess, MD for Medicare patients.

debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue)	27
doctor visit	133
emergency care	11
excision	27
hospital care	177
inpatient care	177
plastic surgery procedures	19
reconstructive surgery	19
tissue transfer	19
wound repair (e.g. stitches)	36

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Jason R. Hess, MD.

**Gender**
Male	82
Female	76

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	118
Black	14
Hispanic	13
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	59
From 75 to 84	53
85 and over	14
Less than 65	32

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Jason R. Hess, MD in 2019

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	63
Stroke	13
Ischemic Heart Disease	46
Depression	44
Chronic Kidney Disease	54
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	15
Atrial Fibrilation	16
Heart Failure	43
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	31
Diabetes	41
Dementia	32
Cancer	10

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Jason R. Hess, MD treated as a general surgeon in San Diego, CA during 2020 were hospital care, inpatient care, debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue) and excision.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Jason R. Hess, MD for Medicare patients.

debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue)	51
doctor visit	68
excision	51
hospital care	247
inpatient care	247
plastic surgery procedures	20
reconstructive surgery	20
tissue transfer	20
wound repair (e.g. stitches)	20

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Jason R. Hess, MD.

**Gender**
Male	90
Female	87

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	122
Black	0
Hispanic	30
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	67
From 75 to 84	46
85 and over	29
Less than 65	35

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Jason R. Hess, MD in 2020

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	67
Stroke	11
Ischemic Heart Disease	52
Depression	46
Chronic Kidney Disease	58
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	12
Atrial Fibrilation	22
Heart Failure	42
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	26
Diabetes	47
Dementia	35
Cancer	11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Jason R. Hess, MD treated as a general surgeon in San Diego, CA during 2021 were hospital care, inpatient care, wound repair (e.g. stitches) and debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue).

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Jason R. Hess, MD for Medicare patients.

debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue)	31
doctor visit	47
excision	31
hospital care	186
inpatient care	186
plastic surgery procedures	18
reconstructive surgery	18
tissue transfer	18
wound repair (e.g. stitches)	44

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Jason R. Hess, MD.

**Gender**
Male	75
Female	67

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	89
Black	12
Hispanic	27
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	53
From 75 to 84	45
85 and over	13
Less than 65	31

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Jason R. Hess, MD in 2021

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	63
Stroke	13
Ischemic Heart Disease	52
Depression	45
Chronic Kidney Disease	60
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	13
Atrial Fibrilation	23
Heart Failure	49
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	31
Diabetes	53
Dementia	32
Cancer	9

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Jason R. Hess, MD treated as a general surgeon in San Diego, CA during 2022 were hospital care, inpatient care, wound repair (e.g. stitches) and reconstructive surgery.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Jason R. Hess, MD for Medicare patients.

debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue)	19
doctor visit	81
excision	19
hospital care	169
inpatient care	169
plastic surgery procedures	19
reconstructive surgery	19
tissue transfer	19
wound repair (e.g. stitches)	39

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Jason R. Hess, MD.

**Gender**
Male	61
Female	57

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	99
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	53
From 75 to 84	34
85 and over	13
Less than 65	18

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Jason R. Hess, MD in 2022

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	18
Ischemic Heart Disease	39
Depression	42
Chronic Kidney Disease	42
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	14
Atrial Fibrilation	28
Heart Failure	44
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	32
Diabetes	47
Dementia	20
Cancer	23

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2023 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Jason R. Hess, MD treated as a general surgeon in San Diego, CA during 2023 were hospital care, inpatient care, wound repair (e.g. stitches) and debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue).

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Jason R. Hess, MD for Medicare patients.

debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue)	50
doctor visit	84
emergency care	15
excision	50
hospital care	256
inpatient care	256
plastic surgery procedures	20
reconstructive surgery	20
tissue transfer	20
wound repair (e.g. stitches)	53

2023 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Jason R. Hess, MD.

**Gender**
Male	74
Female	68

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	99
Black	0
Hispanic	22
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	53
From 75 to 84	36
85 and over	21
Less than 65	32

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Jason R. Hess, MD in 2023

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	70
Stroke	15
Ischemic Heart Disease	35
Depression	42
Chronic Kidney Disease	34
Asthma	13
Osteoperosis	13
Atrial Fibrilation	24
Heart Failure	35
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	27
Diabetes	37
Dementia	20
Cancer	15

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2023

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Jason R. Hess, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Jason R. Hess, MD treated as a general surgeon in San Diego, CA were hospital care, inpatient care, wound repair (e.g. stitches) and debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue).

debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue)	35
doctor visit	84
emergency care	12
excision	35
hospital care	144
inpatient care	144
plastic surgery procedures	19
reconstructive surgery	19
tissue transfer	19
wound repair (e.g. stitches)	38

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2023

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Jason R. Hess, MD.

**Gender**
Female	60
Male	53

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	3
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	81
Hispanic	8
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Other	0

**Age**
85 and over	14
75 to 84	31
Less than 65	21
65 to 74	44

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Jason R. Hess, MD From 2012 - 2023

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Jason R. Hess, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, chronic kidney disease and depression.

Hypertension	65
High Cholesterol	52
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	35
Depression	35
Chronic Kidney Disease	38
Asthma	6
Osteoporosis	8
Heart Failure	30
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	19
Diabetes	33
Atrial Fibrillation	14
Dementia	17
Cancer	15

Education & Training

Dr. Jason R. Hess, MD graduated from Wright State University, Boonshoft School of Medicine in 2001. He completed residency at University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston and Affiliated Hospitals. He is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and has a state license in Michigan.

Medical School: Wright State University, Boonshoft School of Medicine (2001)

Residency: University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston and Affiliated Hospitals (2004)

Board Certification: American Board of Plastic Surgery (2009)

Licensed In: Michigan

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Jason R. Hess, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Sharp Grossmont Hospital

Sharp HealthCare

Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas

Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla

Scripps Health

Scripps Mercy Hospital Chula Vista

Sharp Memorial Hospital

Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego

Mercy Physicians Medical Group

Insurance Information

Please note: Insurance information may change at any time, and the provider may accept your insurance plan even if it is not listed below. Please contact the provider's office to confirm that your insurance is accepted.

Dr. Jason R. Hess, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: TRICARE, Cigna, Aetna, Self-Pay/Uninsured, Blue Shield of California, Anthem, UnitedHealthcare, Beech Street, Workers' Compensation, Health Net, Medicare and Humana.

Insurance Accepted by Provider includes:

According to our sources, Dr. Jason R. Hess, MD accepts the following insurance providers:

TRICARE

Cigna

Aetna

Self-Pay/Uninsured

Blue Shield of California

Anthem

UnitedHealthcare

Beech Street

Workers' Compensation

Health Net

Medicare

Humana

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Jason R. Hess, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.83 out of 5 stars based on 6 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Jason R. Hess, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in San Diego, CA.

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Jason R. Hess, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
KLS Martin L.P.	$590 $590
Sientra, Inc.	$163 SIENTRA HIGH STREIGHTH COHESIVE SILICONE GEL BREAST IMPLANT $101	SIENTRA HIGH STRENGTH COHESIVE SILICONE GEL BREAST IMPLANT $62
Medtronic, Inc.	$159 PlasmaBlade $9	$150
Medtronic USA, Inc.	$150 $150
Allergan Inc.	$104 AlloDerm $85	NATRELLE IMPLANTS $19
Other	$185 Kerecis Omega3 SurgiClose $57	Sutures $46	SURGICAL $32	SurgiMend $23	Augmentation $17	Other $10

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$1,052
Consulting Fee	$300

Biography

Dr. Jason Hess' specialties are plastic surgery, hand surgery, and general surgery. Dr. Hess's clinical interests include dermabrasion, cryosurgery, and carpal tunnel syndrome. He appears to be in-network for Anthem, UnitedHealthcare, Blue California, and more. After attending Wright State University, Boonshoft School of Medicine, he completed his residency training at a hospital affiliated with the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston. Dr. Hess's hospital/clinic affiliations include Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, Sharp Grossmont Hospital, and Sharp Memorial Hospital. He has an open panel in San Diego, CA according to Scripps Health.