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Dr. Elizabeth Epstein, MD
La Jolla, CA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Epstein, Cardiologist in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Elizabeth Epstein, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in La Jolla, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Epstein is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Epstein’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Epstein’s office at (858) 455-9100.
What languages does Dr. Epstein speak?
Dr. Epstein and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Cardiologist like Dr. Epstein typically treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Epstein 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. Epstein. 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 here.
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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
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:
- Heart Palpitations
- Arrhythmia
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R002: Palpitations
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Epstein typically perform?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Elizabeth Epstein 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
Please contact Dr. Epstein's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Epstein accept my insurance?
Dr. Epstein accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 455-9100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Epstein accept in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Epstein 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
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Other Support Agencies/Consultants
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Epstein's office located?
Dr. Elizabeth Epstein's Primary Practice
9898 Genesee Ave
La Jolla, CA 92037
(858) 455-9100
What is Dr. Epstein's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Epstein's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1265991376.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Epstein?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Epstein
What is Dr. Elizabeth Epstein's specialty?
Dr. Epstein is a Cardiologist near La Jolla, CA.
What does a Cardiologist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Elizabeth Epstein affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Epstein is affiliated with Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, Scripps Green Hospital, Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego, Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas, Kaiser Permanente San Diego Medical Center 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 Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Elizabeth Epstein accepting new patients in La Jolla, CA?
Yes, Dr. Elizabeth Epstein is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Elizabeth Epstein offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Epstein's office at (858) 455-9100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Elizabeth Epstein?
Please contact Dr. Epstein's office at (858) 455-9100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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