
29 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Salinger, Family Medicine Specialist in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Steven Salinger, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in La Jolla, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified. Dr. Salinger graduated from University of California, Davis School of Medicine and completed his residency at Kaiser Fndn Hospital Fontana. Dr. Salinger is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Salinger’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Salinger’s office at (760) 753-5594.
Where did Dr. Salinger go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Kaiser Fndn Hospital Fontana
Medical School: University Of Ca- Davis- Sch Of Med- Davis Ca | University of California, Davis School of Medicine
Is Dr. Salinger board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Steven Salinger, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Salinger speak?
Dr. Salinger and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Salinger typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Salinger 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. Salinger. 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:
- 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Acute Maxillary Sinus Infection
- Sinusitis
- Acute maxillary sinusitis
- Short-term cheekbone sinus infection
- Maxillary sinus inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J0100: Acute maxillary sinusitis, unspecified
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
Also known as:
- Bronchitis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Chest cold
- Inflammation of bronchial tubes
- Acute bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J40: Bronchitis, not specified as acute or chronic
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Salinger typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Steven Salinger may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Salinger's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Salinger accept my insurance?
Dr. Salinger accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (760) 753-5594 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Salinger accept in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Salinger in La Jolla, 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
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
HealthComp
Medicare
Scripps Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Salinger's office located?
Dr. Steven Salinger's Primary Practice
9888 Genesee Ave
La Jolla, CA 92037
(760) 753-5594
What is Dr. Salinger's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Salinger's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1144325069.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Salinger?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Salinger
What is Dr. Steven Salinger's specialty?
Dr. Salinger is a Family Medicine Specialist near La Jolla, 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. Steven Salinger affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Salinger is affiliated with Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas, Scripps Green Hospital, 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
When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Steven Salinger accepting new patients in La Jolla, CA?
Yes, Dr. Steven Salinger is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Steven Salinger offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Salinger's office at (760) 753-5594 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Steven Salinger?
Please contact Dr. Salinger's office at (760) 753-5594 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Steven Salinger have?
Dr. Steven Salinger is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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