37 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ehlers, Internist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Rolf Ehlers, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 37 years and is board certified. Dr. Ehlers graduated from Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine and completed his residency at University California. Dr. Ehlers is fluent in English and German, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ehlers’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ehlers’s office at (858) 541-0181.
Where did Dr. Ehlers go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University California
Medical School: Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Ehlers board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Rolf Ehlers, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Ehlers speak?
Dr. Ehlers and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
German
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Ehlers typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Ehlers 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. Ehlers. 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fatigue
- Tiredness
- Lack of energy
- Exhaustion
ICD-10 Codes:
- R5383: Other fatigue
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Ehlers typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Ehlers 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. Ehlers. 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:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
- Arthrocentesis
- Major Joint Aspiration
- Bursa Injection
- Joint Fluid Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Also known as:
- Ear Wax Removal (Irrigation)
- Impacted earwax removal
- Ear lavage
- Ear syringing
CPT Codes:
- 69209: Removal impacted cerumen using irrigation/lavage, unilateral
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
Does Dr. Ehlers accept my insurance?
Dr. Ehlers accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 541-0181 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ehlers accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Ehlers in San Diego, 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 Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Sharp HealthCare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ehlers' office located?
Dr. Rolf Ehlers' Primary Practice
8765 Aero Dr Ste 130
San Diego, CA 92123
(858) 541-0181
What is Dr. Ehlers's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ehlers's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1205939832.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ehlers?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ehlers
What is Dr. Rolf Ehlers's specialty?
Dr. Ehlers is a Internist near San Diego, 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. Rolf Ehlers affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ehlers is affiliated with Sharp Coronado Hospital, Sharp Memorial Hospital, Sharp Grossmont Hospital, Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center, Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, 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
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Is Rolf Ehlers accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Rolf Ehlers is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rolf Ehlers offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ehlers's office at (858) 541-0181 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rolf Ehlers?
Please contact Dr. Ehlers's office at (858) 541-0181 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Rolf Ehlers have?
Dr. Rolf Ehlers is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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