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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. Dr. Karches is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Karches’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare 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 as an 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 an Endocrinologist like Dr. Karches typically treat?
As an 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
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:
- Low Blood Sugar
- Hypoglycemia
- Low Blood Glucose (Hypoglycemia)
- Blood Sugar Drop
- Sugar Crash
ICD-10 Codes:
- E162: Hypoglycemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 1 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 1
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 1 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Glucose in Type 1 Diabetes
- High Blood Sugar Episode
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1065: Type 1 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
What procedures does an Endocrinologist like Dr. Karches typically perform?
As an Endocrinologist, procedures performed by Dr. Kelli Karches may include:
- Adrenal Surgery
- Comparative Genomic Hybridization
- D and C / Vacuum Aspiration
- Diabetes Blood Sugar Management
- Diabetes Care - Kidney Disease Monitoring
- Diabetes Consultation
- Doppler Ultrasound
- Egg Freezing/ Fertility Preservation
Please contact Dr. Karches' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
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 Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Community Health Group
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
HealthRight Group
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Other Health Care Provider
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Karches' office located?
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.
What does an Endocrinologist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Kelli Karches affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Karches is affiliated with Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego, Sharp Memorial Hospital, Sharp Grossmont 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
When to see an Endocrinologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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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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