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Dr. Sheila Bhavsar, MD

La Jolla, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

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

    Dr. Sheila Bhavsar, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in La Jolla, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Bhavsar is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bhavsar’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bhavsar’s office at (858) 554-9100.

    What languages does Dr. Bhavsar speak?

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

    • English

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

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

    • 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

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified

    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:

    • Brain disease (encephalopathy)
    • Brain Disease
    • Brain disorder
    • Brain dysfunction
    • Encephalopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Orthopedic Aftercare
    • General orthopedic recovery
    • Musculoskeletal post-op care
    • Bone and joint follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Hip Fracture
    • Fractures
    • Leg Injuries and Disorder
    • Broken Hip
    • Femur Neck Fracture
    • Broken Thigh Bone (Hip Area)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S72001D: Fracture of unspecified part of neck of right femur, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing

    Also known as:

    • Joint Replacement Aftercare
    • Hip Replacement
    • Joint Disorder
    • Knee Replacement
    • Post-joint replacement care
    • Joint surgery recovery
    • Orthopedic aftercare

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z471: Aftercare following joint replacement surgery

    Also known as:

    • Hip Fracture
    • Fractures
    • Leg Injuries and Disorder
    • Broken Hip
    • Femur Neck Fracture
    • Proximal Femur Fracture
    • Thigh Bone Fracture

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S72002D: Fracture of unspecified part of neck of left femur, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing

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

    As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Sheila Bhavsar may include:

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

    Does Dr. Bhavsar accept my insurance?

    Dr. Bhavsar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 554-9100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Bhavsar 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

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

    • Other Support Agencies/Consultants

    • Scripps Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Bhavsar's office located?

    Dr. Sheila Bhavsar's Primary Practice

    10666 N Torrey Pines Rd

    La Jolla, CA 92037

    (858) 554-9100

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    Dr. Sheila Bhavsar's Practice 2

    200 W Arbor Dr

    San Diego, CA 92103

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

    Dr. Bhavsar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1417448135.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bhavsar?

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

    What is Dr. Sheila Bhavsar's specialty?

    Dr. Bhavsar 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. Sheila Bhavsar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Bhavsar is affiliated with Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego, Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla 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 Sheila Bhavsar accepting new patients in La Jolla, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Sheila Bhavsar is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Sheila Bhavsar offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Bhavsar's office at (858) 554-9100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Sheila Bhavsar?

    Please contact Dr. Bhavsar's office at (858) 554-9100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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