23 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kurisu, Internist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Wayne Kurisu, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified. Dr. Kurisu graduated from University of California and completed his residency at University California. Dr. Kurisu is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kurisu’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kurisu’s office at (858) 499-2600.
Where did Dr. Kurisu go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University California
Medical School: University of California
Is Dr. Kurisu board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Wayne Kurisu, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Kurisu speak?
Dr. Kurisu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Kurisu typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Kurisu 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. Kurisu. 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
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
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Age-Related Osteoporosis
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Senile Osteoporosis
- Primary Osteoporosis
- Bone Thinning from Aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
Also known as:
- Testicular Hypofunction
- Testicular Disorder
- Underactive Testicles
- Low Testicular Function
- Hypogonadism
ICD-10 Codes:
- E291: Testicular hypofunction
Also known as:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Kurisu typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Wayne Kurisu 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
Please contact Dr. Kurisu's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Kurisu accept my insurance?
Dr. Kurisu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 499-2600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kurisu accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Kurisu in San Diego, 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 Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Kurisu's office located?
What is Dr. Kurisu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kurisu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1881606309.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kurisu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kurisu
What is Dr. Wayne Kurisu's specialty?
Dr. Kurisu is a Internist near San Diego, CA.
What does an Internist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Wayne Kurisu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kurisu is affiliated with Sharp Memorial Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Wayne Kurisu accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Wayne Kurisu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Wayne Kurisu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kurisu's office at (858) 499-2600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Wayne Kurisu?
Please contact Dr. Kurisu's office at (858) 499-2600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Wayne Kurisu have?
Dr. Wayne Kurisu is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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