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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Contag, Family Medicine Specialist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Alec Contag is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Contag is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Contag’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Contag’s office at (858) 657-7000.
What languages does Dr. Contag speak?
Dr. Contag and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Contag treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Contag 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. Contag. 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:
- 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
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:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) Screening
- Health Screening
- STD screening
- Sexual health check
- Venereal disease test
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z113: Encounter for screening for infections with a predominantly sexual mode of transmission
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Lack of Physical Activity
- Healthy Eating & Physical Activity for Life
- Sedentary lifestyle
- Physical inactivity
- Insufficient exercise
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z723: Lack of physical exercise
Also known as:
- Right Foot Pain
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Aching right foot
- Right foot discomfort
- Pain in right sole
ICD-10 Codes:
- M79671: Pain in right foot
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Pain in Left Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Left Knee Ache
- Left Knee Discomfort
- Sore Left Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25562: Pain in left knee
Also known as:
- Right Shoulder Pain
- Pain
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Sore Right Shoulder
- Right Shoulder Ache
- Right Shoulder Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25511: Pain in right shoulder
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Other Health Condition
- Unspecified Health Issue
- General Health Concern
- Other Medical Condition
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z789: Other specified health status
Which procedures does Dr. Contag perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Alec Contag may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Contag's office.
Does Dr. Contag accept my insurance?
Dr. Contag accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 657-7000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Contag accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Contag 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
AlphaCare
Blue Shield of California
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Other Support Agencies/Consultants
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Contag's office located?
What is Dr. Contag's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Contag's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1215495627.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Contag?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Contag
What is Dr. Alec Contag's specialty?
Dr. Contag is a Family Medicine Specialist near San Diego, CA. Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care. Contact Dr. Contag to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Alec Contag affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Contag is affiliated with Jacobs Medical Center At Uc San Diego Health 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
Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?
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Is Alec Contag accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Alec Contag is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alec Contag offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Contag's office at (858) 657-7000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alec Contag?
Please contact Dr. Contag's office at (858) 657-7000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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