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Dr. Kelli Karches, MD

San Diego, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Karches, Endocrinologist in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Kelli Karches, MD is an Endocrinologist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Karches is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Karches’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Karches’s office at (619) 543-6303.

    Is Dr. Karches board certified in Endocrinologist?

    Yes, Dr. Kelli Karches, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Karches speak?

    Dr. Karches and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Karches treat?

    As a Endocrinologist, Dr. Karches 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. Karches. 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:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Ketoacidosis
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Nerve Problems
    • Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Diabetic Kidney Problems
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA)
    • DKA in Type 2 Diabetes
    • High Blood Sugar Emergency
    • Diabetic nerve damage
    • Diabetes-related nerve pain
    • Peripheral neuropathy from diabetes
    • Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1110: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with ketoacidosis without coma
    • E1140: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic neuropathy, unspecified
    • E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • Type 1 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Type 1 Diabetes with Diabetic Ketoacidosis
    • Type 1 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 1
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Type 1 diabetes
    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetes Tests & Diagnosis
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Glucose in Type 1 Diabetes
    • High Blood Sugar Episode
    • Juvenile Diabetes with DKA
    • Insulin-Dependent Diabetes with Diabetic Acidosis
    • Type 1 Diabetes and Ketones
    • Juvenile Diabetes
    • Insulin-Dependent Diabetes
    • T1D

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1065: Type 1 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
    • E1010: Type 1 diabetes mellitus with ketoacidosis without coma
    • E109: Type 1 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Age-Related Osteoporosis
    • Fractures
    • Osteoporosis
    • Senile Osteoporosis
    • Primary Osteoporosis
    • Bone Thinning from Aging

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture

    Also known as:

    • Routine Blood Pressure Check (Normal Findings)
    • Vital Signs
    • Normal BP reading
    • Blood pressure screening, all clear
    • Healthy blood pressure check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0130: Encounter for examination of blood pressure without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Graves' Disease
    • Hyperthyroidism
    • Graves' disease
    • Graves Disease
    • Hyperthyroidism (Overactive Thyroid)
    • Hyperthyroidism with Goiter
    • Toxic Diffuse Goiter
    • Overactive Thyroid with Enlarged Gland
    • Overactive Thyroid
    • Thyrotoxicosis
    • High Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E0500: Thyrotoxicosis with diffuse goiter without thyrotoxic crisis or storm
    • E0590: Thyrotoxicosis, unspecified without thyrotoxic crisis or storm

    Also known as:

    • Post-Surgery Hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Postoperative Underactive Thyroid
    • Thyroid Failure After Surgery
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E890: Postprocedural hypothyroidism
    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Low Blood Sugar
    • Hypoglycemia
    • Low Blood Glucose (Hypoglycemia)
    • Blood Sugar Drop
    • Sugar Crash

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E162: Hypoglycemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Thyroid Function Test Results
    • Thyroid Disease
    • Unusual thyroid test results
    • Irregular thyroid function
    • Thyroid hormone levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R946: Abnormal results of thyroid function studies

    Also known as:

    • Thyroid Cancer
    • Thyroid Carcinoma
    • Malignant Thyroid Nodule
    • Thyroid Gland Cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C73: Malignant neoplasm of thyroid gland

    Also known as:

    • High Calcium
    • Calcium
    • Hypercalcemia
    • Excess Calcium

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E8352: Hypercalcemia

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Other Specific Abnormal Blood Chemistry Results
    • Blood
    • Specified Blood Chemistry Imbalance
    • Unusual Blood Chemistry Findings
    • Specific Blood Panel Abnormalities

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7989: Other specified abnormal findings of blood chemistry

    Does Dr. Karches accept my insurance?

    Dr. Karches accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 543-6303 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Karches accept in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Karches in San Diego, 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

    • Community Health Group

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Presence Health

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    Where is Dr. Karches' office located?

    Dr. Kelli Karches' Primary Practice

    4077 5th Ave

    San Diego, CA 92103

    (619) 543-6303

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    Dr. Kelli Karches' Practice 2

    7901 Frost St

    San Diego, CA 92123

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    Dr. Kelli Karches' Practice 3

    435 H St

    Chula Vista, CA 91910

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    What is Dr. Karches's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Karches's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1891997631.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Karches?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Karches

    What is Dr. Kelli Karches's specialty?

    Dr. Karches is a Endocrinologist near San Diego, CA. An internist specializing in disorders of the endocrine glands, including the thyroid and adrenal glands. This specialist also manages a range of conditions such as diabetes, metabolic and nutritional disorders, obesity, pituitary disorders, and menstrual and sexual health issues. Contact Dr. Karches to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Kelli Karches affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Karches is affiliated with Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego 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 Kelli Karches accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Kelli Karches is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kelli Karches offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Karches's office at (619) 543-6303 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Kelli Karches?

    Please contact Dr. Karches's office at (619) 543-6303 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Kelli Karches have?

    Dr. Kelli Karches is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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