Who is Dr. Tarantino, Internist in La Mesa, CA?
Dr. Salvatore Tarantino, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in La Mesa, CA. He has been practicing for over 38 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Tarantino graduated from University degli Studi di Perugia Facolty di Medicina e Chirurgia and completed his residency at Finch U Hlth Sci/Chgo M Sch, Internal Medicine. Dr. Tarantino is fluent in English and Italian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tarantino’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tarantino’s office at (619) 462-5555.
Where did Dr. Tarantino go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Finch U Hlth Sci/Chgo M Sch, Internal Medicine | Seton Hall University School of Health and Medical Sciences Program
Medical School: University Di Perugia- Fac Di Med E Chirurgia- Perugia- Italy | University degli Studi di Perugia Facolty di Medicina e Chirurgia
Is Dr. Tarantino board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Salvatore Tarantino, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Tarantino speak?
Dr. Tarantino and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Italian
What conditions does Dr. Tarantino treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Tarantino 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. Tarantino. 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:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Other Circulation Problems
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
- Diabetic Vascular Complications
- Diabetes Heart and Blood Vessel Problems
- Diabetes Mellitus Circulatory Issues
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
- E1159: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other circulatory complications
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Specific B Vitamin Deficiency
- B Vitamins
- Malnutrition
- Specific B Vitamin Shortage
- Less Common B Vitamin Deficiency
- Rare B Vitamin Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E538: Deficiency of other specified B group vitamins
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:
- Other Specific Abnormal Blood Chemistry Results
- Blood
- Specified Blood Chemistry Imbalance
- Unusual Blood Chemistry Findings
- Specific Blood Panel Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7989: Other specified abnormal findings of blood chemistry
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Testicular Hypofunction
- Testicular Disorder
- Underactive Testicles
- Low Testicular Function
- Hypogonadism
ICD-10 Codes:
- E291: Testicular hypofunction
Also known as:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- Other Blood Clotting Disorder
- Bleeding Disorder
- Thrombophilia
- Increased Clotting Tendency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D6869: Other thrombophilia
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Enlarged Prostate
- Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
- Enlarged Prostate (Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia)
- Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
- BPH
- Prostate Enlargement
ICD-10 Codes:
- N400: Benign prostatic hyperplasia without lower urinary tract symptoms
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- General Anxiety
- Anxiety Problems
- Nervous Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Tarantino perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Salvatore Tarantino may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Tarantino's office.
Does Dr. Tarantino accept my insurance?
Dr. Tarantino accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 462-5555 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tarantino accept in La Mesa, CA?
Dr. Tarantino in La Mesa, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene
Community Health Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Molina
Sharp Health Plan
UnitedHealthcare
View All Insurances
Where is Dr. Tarantino's office located?
Dr. Salvatore Tarantino's Primary Practice
8881 Fletcher Pkwy Ste 370
La Mesa, CA 91942
(619) 462-5555
Ratings & Reviews
5.0
Overall rating
Based on 1 reviews
Office Experience
80% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern
Attentiveness
100% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly
Wait Times
80% of patients were satisfied with the wait time
Appointment Booking
60% of patients found it easy to book an appointment
Patients give Dr. Salvatore Tarantino an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Tarantino has been rated and reviewed by 1 patient. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Tarantino, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
Read Patient ReviewsWhat is Dr. Tarantino's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tarantino's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1174581458.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tarantino?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tarantino
What is Dr. Salvatore Tarantino's specialty?
Dr. Tarantino is a Internist near La Mesa, CA.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. Tarantino to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Salvatore Tarantino affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Tarantino is affiliated with Sharp Grossmont Hospital, Sharp Memorial Hospital, Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center, Sharp Coronado Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Internist?
Explore Internist 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 Salvatore Tarantino accepting new patients in La Mesa, CA?
Yes, Dr. Salvatore Tarantino is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Salvatore Tarantino offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tarantino's office at (619) 462-5555 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Salvatore Tarantino?
Please contact Dr. Tarantino's office at (619) 462-5555 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Salvatore Tarantino have?
Dr. Salvatore Tarantino is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
Other Internist Near La Mesa, CA
SD
Internist
Accepting patientsDr. Sydney Dangelo, DO is an Internist, who primarily practices in La Mesa, CA. She is board certified.
La Mesa, CA
MA
Pulmonologist
Accepting patientsDr. Mohammed Al-Janabi, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in La Mesa, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified.
La Mesa, CA
ML
Gastroenterologist
Accepting patientsDr. Michael - Mahmoud Lajin, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in La Mesa, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
La Mesa, CA