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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ho, Emergency Medicine Specialist in La Mesa, CA?
Dr. Aaron Ho, DO is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in La Mesa, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Ho is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ho’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ho’s office at (909) 580-2159.
What languages does Dr. Ho speak?
Dr. Ho and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ho typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Ho 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. Ho. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1013: Epigastric pain
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ho typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Aaron Ho may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Ho's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ho accept my insurance?
Dr. Ho accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (909) 580-2159 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ho accept in La Mesa, CA?
Dr. Ho 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
Conifer Health Solutions
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Other Health Care Provider
Rady Childrens Hospital-San Diego
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ho's office located?
Dr. Aaron Ho's Primary Practice
5555 Grossmont Center Dr
La Mesa, CA 91942
(909) 580-2159
What is Dr. Ho's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ho's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1033850706.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ho?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ho
What is Dr. Aaron Ho's specialty?
Dr. Ho is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near La Mesa, CA.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is this Dr. Aaron Ho affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ho is affiliated with Palomar Medical Center Escondido, Sharp Grossmont Hospital, Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center, Palomar Medical Center Poway, San Antonio Regional Hospital, Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego 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
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Is Aaron Ho accepting new patients in La Mesa, CA?
Yes, Dr. Aaron Ho is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Aaron Ho offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ho's office at (909) 580-2159 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Aaron Ho?
Please contact Dr. Ho's office at (909) 580-2159 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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