Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Perlman, Internist in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Monica Perlman, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in La Jolla, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Perlman graduated from UC Irvine, School of Medicine, Irvine and completed her residency at Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, General Preventive Medicine Scripps Clinic, Internal Medicine. Dr. Perlman is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Perlman’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Perlman’s office at (858) 554-1212.
Where did Dr. Perlman go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, General Preventive Medicine Scripps Clinic, Internal Medicine
Medical School: UC Irvine, School of Medicine, Irvine | UC San Diego, San Diego | Scripps Clinic, La Jolla | UC San Diego, School of Medicine, San Diego | San Diego State University, Graduate School of Public Health, San Diego | Primary Care Physician
Is Dr. Perlman board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Monica Perlman, MD is board certified by the American Board of Preventative Medicine
What languages does Dr. Perlman speak?
Dr. Perlman and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Perlman typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Perlman 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. Perlman. 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:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Special Medical Examination
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
- Specific health check
- Detailed medical assessment
- Special health screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
- Z0189: Encounter for other specified special examinations
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:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Perlman typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Perlman performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Perlman. 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:
- Ear Wax Removal (Irrigation)
- Impacted Ear Wax Removal (One Ear)
- Impacted earwax removal
- Ear lavage
- Ear syringing
- Cerumen Impaction Removal
- Ear Wax Extraction with Tools
- Professional Ear Cleaning
CPT Codes:
- 69209: Removal impacted cerumen using irrigation/lavage, unilateral
- 69210: Removal impacted cerumen requiring instrumentation, unilateral
Also known as:
- IUD Insertion
- Birth Control
- Intrauterine device placement
- IUD placement
- Birth control implant
CPT Codes:
- 58300: Insertion of intrauterine device (IUD)
Also known as:
- IUD Removal
- Birth Control
- Intrauterine device removal
- Take out IUD
- Remove birth control device
- IUD explant
CPT Codes:
- 58301: Removal of intrauterine device (IUD)
Also known as:
- Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
- Benign Skin Growth Destruction
- Skin Lesion Excision
- Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
- Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions
CPT Codes:
- 17110: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), of benign lesions other than skin tags or cutaneous vascular proliferative lesions; up to 14 lesions
Also known as:
- Skin Biopsy
- Shave Biopsy
- Tangential Biopsy
- Skin Lesion Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 11102: Tangential biopsy of skin (eg, shave, scoop, saucerize, curette); single lesion
Also known as:
- Removal of Non-Biodegradable Drug Implant
- Drug Delivery Device Removal
- Permanent Drug Implant Explant
- Non-Dissolving Implant Removal
CPT Codes:
- 11982: Removal, non-biodegradable drug delivery implant
Also known as:
- Removal and Reinsertion of Drug Delivery Implant
- Drug Implant Exchange
- Non-Biodegradable Implant Replacement
- Medication Device Change
CPT Codes:
- 11983: Removal with reinsertion, non-biodegradable drug delivery implant
Does Dr. Perlman accept my insurance?
Dr. Perlman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 554-1212 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Perlman accept in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Perlman 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
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
OptumRx Administered Payer
Other Health Care Provider
Sharp HealthCare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Perlman's office located?
Dr. Monica Perlman's Primary Practice
9850 Genesee Ave Ste 320
La Jolla, CA 92037
(858) 554-1212
What is Dr. Perlman's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Perlman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1780796235.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Perlman?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Perlman
What is Dr. Monica Perlman's specialty?
Dr. Perlman is a Internist near La Jolla, CA.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Monica Perlman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Perlman is affiliated with Sharp Memorial Hospital, Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, Jacobs Medical Center At Uc San Diego Health, Sharp Grossmont Hospital, Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego, Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center 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
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Is Monica Perlman accepting new patients in La Jolla, CA?
Yes, Dr. Monica Perlman is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Monica Perlman offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Perlman's office at (858) 554-1212 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Monica Perlman?
Please contact Dr. Perlman's office at (858) 554-1212 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Monica Perlman have?
Dr. Monica Perlman is certified by the American Board of Preventative Medicine.
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