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Dr. Edward Kocharian, MD

Dr. Edward Kocharian, MD

La Jolla, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kocharian, Internist in La Jolla, CA?

    Dr. Edward Kocharian, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in La Jolla, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Kocharian graduated from Yerevan State Medical University and completed his residency at Huron Hosp -Cleveland Clinic, Internal Medicine. Dr. Kocharian is fluent in English and Armenian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kocharian’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kocharian’s office at (858) 457-5555.

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

    • Residency: Huron Hosp -Cleveland Clinic, Internal Medicine | SCS/MSUCOM/Huron Valley Hosp Program

    • Medical School: Yerevan State Medical University | Yerevan State Medical University

    Is Dr. Kocharian board certified in Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Edward Kocharian, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Kocharian speak?

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

    • Armenian

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Kocharian treat?

    As a Internist, Dr. Kocharian 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. Kocharian. 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.

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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 Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hypercholesterolemia
    • High blood cholesterol
    • Elevated cholesterol
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    Also known as:

    • Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult Physical Exam with Issues
    • Routine Checkup with Concerns
    • General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Testicular Hypofunction
    • Testicular Disorder
    • Underactive Testicles
    • Low Testicular Function
    • Hypogonadism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E291: Testicular hypofunction

    Also known as:

    • Enlarged Prostate with Urinary Symptoms
    • Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
    • Enlarged Prostate (Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia)
    • BPH with LUTS
    • Prostate enlargement with urinary issues
    • Benign prostatic hyperplasia with urinary symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N401: Benign prostatic hyperplasia with lower urinary tract symptoms

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Bronchitis
    • Chest cold
    • Short-term bronchitis
    • Acute chest infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified

    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:

    • GERD with Esophagitis
    • Eosinophilic Esophagitis
    • GERD
    • Reflux Esophagitis
    • Acid Reflux Esophagus Inflammation
    • Heartburn with Esophagus Damage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2100: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease with esophagitis, without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Prediabetes
    • Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
    • Borderline diabetes
    • Insulin resistance
    • High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7303: Prediabetes

    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:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Kocharian perform as a Internist?

    As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Edward Kocharian may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Kocharian's office.

    Does Dr. Kocharian accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kocharian accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 457-5555 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Kocharian 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

    • CalOptima

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other Provider Networks

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Kocharian's office located?

    Dr. Edward Kocharian's Primary Practice

    9850 Genesee Ave Ste 740

    La Jolla, CA 92037

    (858) 457-5555

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    Dr. Edward Kocharian's Practice 2

    340 Fourth Ave Ste 2

    Chula Vista, CA 91910

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    Dr. Edward Kocharian's Practice 3

    6480 Weathers Pl Ste 106

    San Diego, CA 92121

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

    Dr. Kocharian's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1790727139.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kocharian?

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

    What is Dr. Edward Kocharian's specialty?

    Dr. Kocharian is a Internist near La Jolla, CA.

    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.

    Contact Dr. Kocharian to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Edward Kocharian affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Kocharian is affiliated with Hoag Hospital Newport Beach which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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

    Where can I learn more about Internist?

    Explore Internist with 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 Edward Kocharian accepting new patients in La Jolla, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Edward Kocharian is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Edward Kocharian offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kocharian's office at (858) 457-5555 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Edward Kocharian?

    Please contact Dr. Kocharian's office at (858) 457-5555 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Edward Kocharian have?

    Dr. Edward Kocharian is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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