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Dr. Maria Szmidt, MD

San Diego, CA

37 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Szmidt, Family Medicine Specialist in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Maria Szmidt, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA. She has been practicing for over 37 years. Dr. Szmidt graduated from Med Univ of Lodz and completed her residency at USC/LAC-Keck School of Medicine. Dr. Szmidt is fluent in English, Polish, Russian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Szmidt’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Szmidt’s office at (858) 259-5655.

    Where did Dr. Szmidt go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: USC/LAC-Keck School of Medicine

    • Medical School: Med Univ of Lodz

    What languages does Dr. Szmidt speak?

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

    • English

    • Polish

    • Russian

    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Szmidt typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Szmidt 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. Szmidt. 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:

    • Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Mammography
    • Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Mammograms
    • Breast X-ray
    • Breast Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast

    Also known as:

    • Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • General Anxiety
    • Anxiety Problems
    • Nervous Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Mixed hyperlipidemia
    • Combined hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia

    Also known as:

    • Other Specific B Vitamin Deficiency
    • B Vitamins
    • Malnutrition
    • Specific B Vitamin Shortage
    • Less Common B Vitamin Deficiency
    • Rare B Vitamin Deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E538: Deficiency of other specified B group vitamins

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Hypercholesterolemia
    • High blood cholesterol
    • Elevated cholesterol

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Szmidt typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Szmidt 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. Szmidt. 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 earwax removal
    • Ear lavage
    • Ear syringing

    CPT Codes:

    • 69209: Removal impacted cerumen using irrigation/lavage, unilateral

    Does Dr. Szmidt accept my insurance?

    Dr. Szmidt accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 259-5655 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Szmidt accept in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Szmidt 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

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Medicare

    • Other Support Agencies/Consultants

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Szmidt's office located?

    Dr. Maria Szmidt's Primary Practice

    12395 El Camino Real Ste 100

    San Diego, CA 92130

    (858) 259-5655

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

    Dr. Szmidt's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1033221171.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Szmidt?

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

    What is Dr. Maria Szmidt's specialty?

    Dr. Szmidt is a Family Medicine Specialist near San Diego, CA.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

    Is this Dr. Maria Szmidt affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Szmidt is affiliated with Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas, Scripps Green Hospital, Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego 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 Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Maria Szmidt accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Maria Szmidt is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Maria Szmidt offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Szmidt's office at (858) 259-5655 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Maria Szmidt?

    Please contact Dr. Szmidt's office at (858) 259-5655 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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