33 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Pelayo, Internist in Chula Vista, CA?
Dr. Jose Pelayo, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Chula Vista, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 33 years and is board certified. Dr. Pelayo graduated from Universidad Autonoma De Baja California and completed his residency at Kaiser Permanente Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Pelayo is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pelayo’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pelayo’s office at (858) 499-2600.
Where did Dr. Pelayo go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Kaiser Permanente Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Kaiser Permanente Med Center | Kaiser Permanente | Stanford University Hospital/Kaiser Permanente Medical Center Program
Medical School: University Auto De Baja California- Esc De Med- Tijuana- Baja Calif Norte | Universidad Autonoma De Baja California | Universidad Autonoma De Baja California | Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Honduras Facultad de Ciencias Medicas
Is Dr. Pelayo board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Jose Pelayo, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Pelayo speak?
Dr. Pelayo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Pelayo typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Pelayo 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. Pelayo. 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:
- 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Abnormal Blood Chemistry
- Blood
- Irregular blood test results
- Unusual blood work
- Abnormal blood panel
ICD-10 Codes:
- R799: Abnormal finding of blood chemistry, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Peripheral Artery Disease
- PVD
- PAD
- Poor Circulation in Legs
- Blocked Leg Arteries
ICD-10 Codes:
- I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Pelayo typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Jose Pelayo 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. Pelayo's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Pelayo accept my insurance?
Dr. Pelayo 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. Pelayo accept in Chula Vista, CA?
Dr. Pelayo in Chula Vista, 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
Community Health Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Sharp HealthCare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Pelayo's office located?
Dr. Jose Pelayo's Primary Practice
1400 E Palomar St
Chula Vista, CA 91913
(858) 499-2600
What is Dr. Pelayo's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pelayo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1376556357.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pelayo?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pelayo
What is Dr. Jose Pelayo's specialty?
Dr. Pelayo is a Internist near Chula Vista, 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. Jose Pelayo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Pelayo is affiliated with Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center, Sharp Memorial Hospital, Sharp Coronado Hospital, Sharp Grossmont 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Jose Pelayo accepting new patients in Chula Vista, CA?
Yes, Dr. Jose Pelayo is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jose Pelayo offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pelayo's office at (858) 499-2600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jose Pelayo?
Please contact Dr. Pelayo's office at (858) 499-2600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Jose Pelayo have?
Dr. Jose Pelayo is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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