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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gonzalez, Cardiologist in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Jorge Gonzalez, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in La Jolla, CA. He is board certified. Dr. Gonzalez is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gonzalez’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gonzalez’s office at (858) 824-5113.
What languages does Dr. Gonzalez speak?
Dr. Gonzalez and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Gonzalez treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Gonzalez 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. Gonzalez. 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.
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Heart Palpitations
- Arrhythmia
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- R002: Palpitations
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Narrowed Aortic Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Aortic Valve Stenosis
- Tight Aortic Valve
ICD-10 Codes:
- I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Dyspnea
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Heart Test Results
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Disease
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Cardiovascular Function Study
- Unusual Heart Exam Findings
- Heart Disease Diagnosis
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9439: Abnormal result of other cardiovascular function study
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
Also known as:
- Systolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Heart Failure with Reduced Ejection Fraction
- HFrEF
- Pumping Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5020: Unspecified systolic (congestive) heart failure
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Abnormal Heart Imaging Results
- Heart Health Tests
- Abnormal cardiac scan
- Unusual heart test results
- Abnormal coronary imaging
ICD-10 Codes:
- R931: Abnormal findings on diagnostic imaging of heart and coronary circulation
Also known as:
- Thoracic Aortic Widening
- Dilated Thoracic Aorta
- Thoracic Aortic Dilation
- Enlarged Chest Aorta
ICD-10 Codes:
- I77810: Thoracic aortic ectasia
Also known as:
- Ascending Aortic Aneurysm
- Aortic Aneurysm
- Bulging Ascending Aorta
- Weakened Ascending Aorta
- Ascending Aorta Dilation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I7121: Aneurysm of the ascending aorta, without rupture
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cardiomyopathy
- Heart Muscle Disease
- Enlarged Heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- I429: Cardiomyopathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Which procedures does Dr. Gonzalez perform as a Cardiologist?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Jorge Gonzalez may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Gonzalez's office.
Does Dr. Gonzalez accept my insurance?
Dr. Gonzalez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 824-5113 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gonzalez accept in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Gonzalez 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 Health Plan
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene
HealthComp
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Other Support Agencies/Consultants
Scripps Health
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Gonzalez's office located?
What is Dr. Gonzalez's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gonzalez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1952560476.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gonzalez?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gonzalez
What is Dr. Jorge Gonzalez's specialty?
Dr. Gonzalez is a Cardiologist near La Jolla, CA. An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias. Contact Dr. Gonzalez to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Jorge Gonzalez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gonzalez is affiliated with Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego, Scripps Green 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
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Is Jorge Gonzalez accepting new patients in La Jolla, CA?
Yes, Dr. Jorge Gonzalez is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jorge Gonzalez offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gonzalez's office at (858) 824-5113 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jorge Gonzalez?
Please contact Dr. Gonzalez's office at (858) 824-5113 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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