31 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Heller, Internist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. David Heller, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA. He has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified. Dr. Heller completed his residency at Scripps Mercy Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Heller is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Heller’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Heller’s office at (858) 764-3320.
Where did Dr. Heller go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Scripps Mercy Hosp, Internal Medicine | Scripps Mercy Hospital | Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego
Is Dr. Heller board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. David Heller, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Heller speak?
Dr. Heller and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Heller typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Heller 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. Heller. 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:
- 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:
- Testicular Hypofunction
- Testicular Disorder
- Underactive Testicles
- Low Testicular Function
- Hypogonadism
ICD-10 Codes:
- E291: Testicular hypofunction
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Heller typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. David Heller may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Heller's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Heller accept my insurance?
Dr. Heller accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 764-3320 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Heller accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Heller 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Scripps Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
View All Insurances
Where is Dr. Heller's office located?
Dr. David Heller's Primary Practice
3811 Valley Centre Dr
San Diego, CA 92130
(858) 764-3320
What is Dr. Heller's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Heller's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1639274251.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Heller?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Heller
What is Dr. David Heller's specialty?
Dr. Heller 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 Heller affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Heller is affiliated with Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, Scripps Green Hospital, Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas, 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Internist. Explore 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 David Heller accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. David Heller is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. David Heller offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Heller's office at (858) 764-3320 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with David Heller?
Please contact Dr. Heller's office at (858) 764-3320 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. David Heller have?
Dr. David Heller is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
Other Internist Near San Diego, CA
BU
Internist
Accepting patientsDr. Brittney Ulupinar is an Internist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA.
San Diego, CA
Internist
Accepting patientsDr. Harry Albers, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in La Jolla, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified.
La Jolla, CA
AK
Internist
Accepting patientsDr. Adva Kornblit, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in La Jolla, CA with 1 additional practice location.
La Jolla, CA