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Dr. David Kaufer, MD

San Diego, CA

26 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Kaufer, Internist in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. David Kaufer, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified. Dr. Kaufer completed his residency at Scripps Clinic, Internal Medicine. Dr. Kaufer is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kaufer’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kaufer’s office at (760) 480-4310.

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

    • Residency: Scripps Clinic, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: Tufts Univ Sch of Med, Boston Ma

    Is Dr. Kaufer board certified as an Internist?

    Yes, Dr. David Kaufer, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Kaufer speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Kaufer typically treat?

    As an Internist, Dr. Kaufer 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. Kaufer. 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:

    • Viral Infection Exposure
    • Viral Infection
    • Viral Disease Contact
    • Suspected Viral Infection
    • Exposure to Viruses

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20828: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to other viral communicable diseases

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    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:

    • Bladder Inflammation
    • Bladder Disease
    • Cystitis
    • Bladder Infection
    • Painful Bladder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N3090: Cystitis, unspecified without hematuria

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    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:

    • Dementia
    • Cognitive decline
    • Memory loss
    • Brain disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F0390: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety

    What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Kaufer typically perform?

    As an Internist, Dr. Kaufer 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. Kaufer. 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:

    • Impacted Ear Wax Removal (One Ear)
    • Cerumen Impaction Removal
    • Ear Wax Extraction with Tools
    • Professional Ear Cleaning

    CPT Codes:

    • 69210: Removal impacted cerumen requiring instrumentation, unilateral

    Does Dr. Kaufer accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kaufer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (760) 480-4310 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Kaufer 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 Territories

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Community Health Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Inland Empire Health Plan

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • State of California

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Kaufer's office located?

    Dr. David Kaufer's Primary Practice

    438 Camino del Rio S Ste 203

    San Diego, CA 92108

    (760) 480-4310

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    Dr. David Kaufer's Practice 2

    1121 E Washington Ave

    Escondido, CA 92025

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    Dr. David Kaufer's Practice 3

    133 W Main St Ste 100

    El Cajon, CA 92020

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

    Dr. Kaufer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1710082789.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kaufer?

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

    What is Dr. David Kaufer's specialty?

    Dr. Kaufer 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. David Kaufer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Kaufer is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Desert Valley Hospital, Loma Linda University Medical Center - Murrieta, Mlk Community Hospital, Regional Medical Center Of San Jose, Providence St. Mary Medical Center, Garfield Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is David Kaufer accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?

    Yes, Dr. David Kaufer is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. David Kaufer offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kaufer's office at (760) 480-4310 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with David Kaufer?

    Please contact Dr. Kaufer's office at (760) 480-4310 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. David Kaufer have?

    Dr. David Kaufer is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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