Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Bell, Hospitalist in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. John Bell, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in La Jolla, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Bell graduated from University of Virginia Medical School and completed his residency at University Of Virginia School Of Medicine. Dr. Bell is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bell’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bell’s office at (619) 543-8255.
Where did Dr. Bell go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University Of Virginia School Of Medicine
Medical School: University of Virginia Medical School | University of Virginia Medical School | Hospitalist | Assistant Professor of Medicine
Is Dr. Bell board certified in Hospitalist?
Yes, Dr. John Bell, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Bell speak?
Dr. Bell and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Bell treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Bell 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. Bell. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Blood Infection
- Sepsis
- Bacteremia
- Bacteria in blood
- Bloodstream infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7881: Bacteremia
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- GI Bleeding
- Internal Digestive Bleeding
- Digestive Tract Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Which procedures does Dr. Bell perform as a Hospitalist?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by a Dr. John Bell may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Bell's office.
Does Dr. Bell accept my insurance?
Dr. Bell accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 543-8255 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bell accept in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Bell in La Jolla, 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
Blue Shield of California
Centene
Humana
Inland Empire
Molina
Other Health Care Provider
Sharp Health Plan
UnitedHealthcare
Universal Health Care
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Where is Dr. Bell's office located?
What is Dr. Bell's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1699978445.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bell?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bell
What is Dr. John Bell's specialty?
Dr. Bell is a Hospitalist near La Jolla, CA. 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. Contact Dr. Bell to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. John Bell affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bell 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 Hospitalist?
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Is John Bell accepting new patients in La Jolla, CA?
Yes, Dr. John Bell is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. John Bell offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bell's office at (619) 543-8255 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with John Bell?
Please contact Dr. Bell's office at (619) 543-8255 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. John Bell have?
Dr. John Bell is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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