30 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gellens, Gynecologic Oncologist in La Mesa, CA?
Where did Dr. Gellens go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Cedars-Sinai Med Ctr, Obstetrics And Gynecology | Cedars Sinai Med Center | Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
Medical School: Georgetown Univ Sch of Med, Washington Dc | Georgetown University School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Gellens speak?
Dr. Gellens and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
- Spanish
What conditions does a Gynecologic Oncologist like Dr. Gellens typically treat?
As a Gynecologic Oncologist, Dr. Gellens 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. Gellens. 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 Blood Pressure Check (Normal Findings)
- Vital Signs
- Normal BP reading
- Blood pressure screening, all clear
- Healthy blood pressure check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0130: Encounter for examination of blood pressure without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Second Trimester Prenatal Care
- Third Trimester Prenatal Care
- Prenatal Care
- Mid-Pregnancy Check-ups
- Routine Second Trimester Care
- Maternity Care (Second Trimester)
- Late Pregnancy Check-ups
- Routine Third Trimester Care
- Maternity Care (Third Trimester)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z3482: Encounter for supervision of other normal pregnancy, second trimester
- Z3483: Encounter for supervision of other normal pregnancy, third trimester
Also known as:
- General Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- General Health Check
- Disease Screening
- Medical Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder
Also known as:
- Routine Gynecological Exam (Normal Findings)
- Women's Health Checkup
- Women's checkup, all clear
- Pelvic exam, normal results
- OB/GYN visit, no issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01419: Encounter for gynecological examination (general) (routine) without abnormal findings
What procedures does a Gynecologic Oncologist like Dr. Gellens typically perform?
As a Gynecologic Oncologist, Dr. Gellens 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. Gellens. 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:
- Comprehensive Prenatal Care (7+ Visits)
- Prenatal Care
- Antepartum Care
- Pregnancy Check-ups
- Maternity Care
- Obstetric Visits
CPT Codes:
- 59426: Antepartum care only; 7 or more visits
Also known as:
- Prenatal Care Visits (4-6)
- Prenatal Care
- Antepartum visits
- Pregnancy check-ups
- Maternity care appointments
CPT Codes:
- 59425: Antepartum care only; 4-6 visits
Also known as:
- Postpartum Check-up
- Postpartum Care
- After Birth Care
- Maternity Follow-up
- Postnatal Care
CPT Codes:
- 59430: Postpartum care only (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Drug Delivery Implant Insertion
- Medication Implant Placement
- Bioresorbable Drug Implant
- Contraceptive Implant Insertion
CPT Codes:
- 11981: Insertion, drug-delivery implant (ie, bioresorbable, biodegradable, non-biodegradable)
Also known as:
- Removal of Birth Control Implant
- Birth Control
- Contraceptive Implant Removal
- Nexplanon Removal
- Arm Implant Removal
- Birth Control Capsule Removal
CPT Codes:
- 11976: Removal, implantable contraceptive capsules
Also known as:
- Ultrasound-Guided Breast Biopsy
- Breast Biopsy
- Percutaneous Breast Biopsy
- Breast Tissue Sample
- Breast Lesion Biopsy with Clip
CPT Codes:
- 19083: Biopsy, breast, with placement of breast localization device(s) (eg, clip, metallic pellet), when performed, and imaging of the biopsy specimen, when performed, percutaneous; first lesion, including ultrasound guidance
Also known as:
- IUD Insertion
- Birth Control
- Intrauterine device placement
- IUD placement
- Birth control implant
CPT Codes:
- 58300: Insertion of intrauterine device (IUD)
Does Dr. Gellens accept my insurance?
Dr. Gellens accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 463-7775 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gellens accept in La Mesa, CA?
Dr. Gellens in La Mesa, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
Blue Shield of California
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Molina
Molina Healthcare
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Gellens' office located?
Dr. Andrew Gellens' Primary Practice
8851 Center Dr Ste 210
La Mesa, CA 91942
(619) 463-7775
What hospitals are Dr. Gellens affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Gellens has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Gellens's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gellens's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1164528741.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gellens?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gellens