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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Costello, Hospitalist in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. John Costello, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in La Jolla, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Costello is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Costello’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Costello’s office at (619) 299-1419.
What languages does Dr. Costello speak?
Dr. Costello and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Costello typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Costello 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. Costello. 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:
- Generalized Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Overall Body Weakness
- Widespread Muscle Weakness
- Systemic Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Costello typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. John Costello may include:
Please contact Dr. Costello's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Costello accept my insurance?
Dr. Costello accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 299-1419 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Costello accept in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Costello in La Jolla, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Costello's office located?
Dr. John Costello's Primary Practice
10666 N Torrey Pines Rd
La Jolla, CA 92037
(619) 299-1419
What is Dr. Costello's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Costello's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1184202806.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Costello?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Costello
What is Dr. John Costello's specialty?
Dr. Costello is a Hospitalist near La Jolla, CA.
What does a Hospitalist do?
Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.
Is this Dr. John Costello affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Costello is affiliated with Baptist Medical Center Jacksonville 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 John Costello accepting new patients in La Jolla, CA?
Yes, Dr. John Costello is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. John Costello offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Costello's office at (619) 299-1419 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with John Costello?
Please contact Dr. Costello's office at (619) 299-1419 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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