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Dr. Uri Guefen, MD
Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner)
,Emergency Medicine Specialist
,Family Medicine Specialist
,Internist
La Jolla, CA
41 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Guefen, Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Uri Guefen, MD is a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), who primarily practices in La Jolla, CA. He has been practicing for over 41 years. Dr. Guefen graduated from University of New Mexico School of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Miami/Jackson Mem Mc, General Surgery Univ Miami Hosp & Cli, General Surgery. Dr. Guefen is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Guefen’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Guefen’s office at (760) 357-0508.
Where did Dr. Guefen go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Miami/Jackson Mem Mc, General Surgery Univ Miami Hosp & Cli, General Surgery | University of Miami Miller School of Medicine/Holy Cross Hospital Program
Medical School: University Nacl Auto De Mexico, Fac De Med, Mexico Df, Mexico | University of New Mexico School of Medicine | University of Vermont, College of Medicine, Burlington | Ibn Sina National College Faculty of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Guefen speak?
Dr. Guefen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) like Dr. Guefen typically treat?
As a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), Dr. Guefen 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. Guefen. 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:
- 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
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Deep Chronic Skin Ulcer on Left Lower Leg
- Skin Condition
- Non-Pressure Leg Sore
- Persistent Leg Wound
- Left Leg Skin Ulcer
- Open Sore on Lower Leg
ICD-10 Codes:
- L97822: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of left lower leg with fat layer exposed
What procedures does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) like Dr. Guefen typically perform?
As a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), procedures performed by Dr. Uri Guefen may include:
Please contact Dr. Guefen's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Guefen accept my insurance?
Dr. Guefen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (760) 357-0508 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Guefen accept in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Guefen in La Jolla, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Heritage Health
Humana
Medicare
OptumRx Administered Payer
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Guefen's office located?
Dr. Uri Guefen's Primary Practice
9850 Genesee Ave Ste 320
La Jolla, CA 92037
(760) 357-0508
What is Dr. Guefen's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Guefen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275646333.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Guefen?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Guefen
What is Dr. Uri Guefen's specialty?
Dr. Guefen is a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) near La Jolla, CA.
What does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) do?
A physician specializing in general practice is focused on diagnosing, treating, and managing patients with a wide range of illnesses and conditions.
Is this Dr. Uri Guefen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Guefen is affiliated with Jacobs Medical Center At Uc San Diego Health, Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center, 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
When to see a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner)?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner). Explore 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 Uri Guefen accepting new patients in La Jolla, CA?
Yes, Dr. Uri Guefen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Uri Guefen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Guefen's office at (760) 357-0508 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Uri Guefen?
Please contact Dr. Guefen's office at (760) 357-0508 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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