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24 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Telehealth
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Elpedes, Family Medicine Specialist in Fullerton, CA?
Dr. Bernard Elpedes, DO is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Fullerton, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 24 years. Dr. Elpedes graduated from University of Chicago Division of the Biological Sciences The Pritzker School of Medicine and completed his residency at S U N Y Upstate Medical University Hospital. Dr. Elpedes is fluent in English and Tagalog, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Elpedes’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Elpedes’s office at (949) 204-3006.
Where did Dr. Elpedes go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: S U N Y Upstate Medical University Hospital
Medical School: University of Hlth Sci, Coll of Osteo Med, Kansas City Mo | Kansas City University of Medicine & Biosciences - College of Osteopathic Medicine | University of Chicago Division of the Biological Sciences The Pritzker School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Elpedes speak?
Dr. Elpedes and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Tagalog
What conditions does Dr. Elpedes treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Elpedes 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. Elpedes. 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:
- 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 Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Other Specific Healthcare Encounters
- Special Medical Visits
- Unusual Doctor Appointments
- Healthcare for Unique Situations
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7689: Persons encountering health services in other specified circumstances
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- General Anxiety
- Anxiety Problems
- Nervous Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Throat pain
- Pharyngitis
- Throat discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- R070: Pain in throat
Also known as:
- High Lipoprotein(a)
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Elevated Lipoprotein(a)
- Lp(a) elevation
- High Lp(a)
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7841: Elevated Lipoprotein(a)
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:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Pain in Right Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25561: Pain in right knee
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:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Fatigue
- Tiredness
- Lack of energy
- Exhaustion
ICD-10 Codes:
- R5383: Other fatigue
What procedures does Dr. Elpedes perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Elpedes 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. Elpedes. 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:
- Cataract Removal with Lens Implant
- Extracapsular cataract extraction
- Phacoemulsification
- IOL implantation
CPT Codes:
- 66984: Extracapsular cataract removal with insertion of intraocular lens prosthesis (1 stage procedure), manual or mechanical technique (eg, irrigation and aspiration or phacoemulsification); without endoscopic cyclophotocoagulation
Does Dr. Elpedes accept my insurance?
Dr. Elpedes accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (949) 204-3006 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Elpedes accept in Fullerton, CA?
Dr. Elpedes in Fullerton, 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
Alliant Techsystems
CalOptima
Centene
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
St. Joseph Health System (CA)
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Elpedes' office located?
Dr. Bernard Elpedes also offers virtual visits
Dr. Bernard Elpedes' Primary Practice
100 E Valencia Mesa Dr Ste 105
Fullerton, CA 92835
(949) 204-3006
Dr. Bernard Elpedes' Practice 2
23962 Alicia Pkwy Ste I1
Mission Viejo, CA 92691
(949) 452-7699
What is Dr. Elpedes's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Elpedes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1831127497.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Elpedes?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Elpedes
What is Dr. Bernard Elpedes's specialty?
Dr. Elpedes is a Family Medicine Specialist near Fullerton, CA. 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. Contact Dr. Elpedes to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Bernard Elpedes affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Elpedes is affiliated with Providence Mission Hospital Mission Viejo, Providence St. Jude Medical Center, Hoag Hospital Newport Beach 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 Bernard Elpedes accepting new patients in Fullerton, CA?
Yes, Dr. Bernard Elpedes is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Bernard Elpedes offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Elpedes's office at (949) 204-3006 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Bernard Elpedes?
Please contact Dr. Elpedes's office at (949) 204-3006 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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