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Dr. Robert Tickes, MD

La Jolla, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Tickes, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in La Jolla, CA?

    Dr. Robert Tickes, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in La Jolla, CA. Dr. Tickes is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tickes’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tickes’s office at (858) 554-3200.

    What languages does Dr. Tickes speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Tickes typically treat?

    As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Tickes 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. Tickes. 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:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    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:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    What procedures does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Tickes typically perform?

    As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Robert Tickes may include:

    Please contact Dr. Tickes' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Tickes accept my insurance?

    Dr. Tickes accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 554-3200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Tickes accept in La Jolla, CA?

    Dr. Tickes 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

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Other Support Agencies/Consultants

    • Scripps Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Tickes' office located?

    Scripps Torrey Pines

    10710 N Torrey Pines Rd

    La Jolla, CA 92037

    (858) 554-3200

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

    Dr. Tickes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1326500620.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tickes?

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

    What is Dr. Robert Tickes's specialty?

    Dr. Tickes is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist near La Jolla, CA.

    What does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist do?

    An internist or family medicine physician with expertise in the aging process and specialized skills in diagnosing, treating, preventing, and managing illnesses in the elderly. This specialist provides care for geriatric patients in various settings, including the home, office, nursing homes, and hospitals.

    Is this Dr. Robert Tickes affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Tickes is affiliated with Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, Scripps Green Hospital, Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego, Palomar Medical Center Poway 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 Geriatric Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Geriatric Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Robert Tickes accepting new patients in La Jolla, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Robert Tickes is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Robert Tickes offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Tickes's office at (858) 554-3200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Robert Tickes?

    Please contact Dr. Tickes's office at (858) 554-3200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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