Dr. Atul Malhotra, MD
San Diego, CA
27 Years of Experience
Who is Dr. Malhotra, Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Atul Malhotra, MD is a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 27 years and is board certified. Dr. Malhotra graduated from University of Alberta, Edmonton, Canada and completed his residency at Mass Gen Hosp, Pulmonary Critical Care Medicine; Mayo Grad Sch Med/Mayo Fndn, Internal Medicine; St Thomas Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Malhotra is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Malhotra’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Malhotra’s office at (858) 657-6485.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Malhotra?
Dr. Atul Malhotra, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Malhotra empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Critical Care, Narcolepsy, Sleep Disorders/Apnea, Telemedicine, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the San Diego, CA community, Dr. Malhotra is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Malhotra go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Mass Gen Hosp, Pulmonary Critical Care Medicine; Mayo Grad Sch Med/Mayo Fndn, Internal Medicine; St Thomas Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year | Mayo Clinic
Medical School: University of Alberta, Edmonton, Canada | St. Thomas Medical Center, Akron | Mayo Clinic, Rochester | Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts | Sleep Medicine Specialist | Professor of Medicine
Is Dr. Malhotra board certified as a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist?
Yes, Dr. Atul Malhotra, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine since 1999, American Board of Internal Medicine since 1998, American Board of Internal Medicine since 2007
What languages does Dr. Malhotra speak?
Dr. Malhotra and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Malhotra typically treat?
As a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Malhotra 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. Malhotra. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
- Breathing Pauses During Sleep
- Snoring Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
- G4730: Sleep apnea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Snoring
- Loud breathing during sleep
- Noisy sleep
- Obstructive snoring
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0683: Snoring
Also known as:
- Excessive Sleepiness
- Sleep Disorder
- Hypersomnia
- Daytime sleepiness
- Too much sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4710: Hypersomnia, unspecified
What procedures does a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Malhotra typically perform?
As a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Atul Malhotra may include:
- Continuous Positive Airway Pressure Management
- Narcolepsy Evaluation
- Sleep Consultation
- Sleep Medicine Consultation
- Sleep Medicine Follow Up
- Sleep Studies
Please contact Dr. Malhotra's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Malhotra accept my insurance?
Dr. Malhotra accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 657-6485 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Malhotra accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Malhotra 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)
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Malhotra's office located?
What is Dr. Malhotra's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Malhotra's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1982695169.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Malhotra?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Malhotra
What is Dr. Atul Malhotra's specialty?
Dr. Malhotra is a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist near San Diego, CA.
What does a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist do?
An internist specializing in Sleep Medicine is certified in this subspecialty and focuses on the clinical evaluation, physiological testing, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of sleep and circadian rhythm disorders. These specialists care for patients of all ages, utilizing a multidisciplinary approach. Conditions they manage include, but are not limited to, sleep-related breathing disorders, insomnia, hypersomnia's, circadian rhythm disorders, parasomnias, and sleep-related movement disorders.
Is this Dr. Atul Malhotra affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Malhotra is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: UC San Diego Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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
When to see a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Atul Malhotra accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Atul Malhotra is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Atul Malhotra offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Malhotra's office at (858) 657-6485 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Atul Malhotra?
Please contact Dr. Malhotra's office at (858) 657-6485 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Atul Malhotra have?
Dr. Atul Malhotra is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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