22 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sial, Internist in Costa Mesa, CA?
Dr. Vakas Sial, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Costa Mesa, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified. Dr. Sial graduated from Ross University, School of Medicine,Roseau, Dominica and completed his residency at West Virginia Univ Hosps, Internal Medicine. Dr. Sial is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sial’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sial’s office at (619) 663-6521.
Where did Dr. Sial go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: West Virginia Univ Hosps, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Ross Univ- Sch Of Med & Vet Med- Roseau- Dominica | Ross University, School of Medicine,Roseau, Dominica
What languages does Dr. Sial speak?
Dr. Sial and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Sial treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Sial 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. Sial. 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:
- Pressure Sore
- Pressure Sores
- Bed Sore
- Decubitus Ulcer
- Pressure Ulcer
- Bedsores
- Decubitus Ulcers
- Pressure Ulcers
ICD-10 Codes:
- L89154: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 4
- L89153: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 3
- L89152: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 2
- L89324: Pressure ulcer of left buttock, stage 4
Also known as:
- Granulomatous Skin Disorder
- Skin Condition
- Skin Granuloma
- Granulomatous Dermatitis
- Skin Lumps
ICD-10 Codes:
- L929: Granulomatous disorder of the skin and subcutaneous tissue, unspecified
Also known as:
- Contact Dermatitis
- Rashes
- Skin Rash from Contact
- Contact Eczema
- Allergic Contact Dermatitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- L258: Unspecified contact dermatitis due to other agents
Also known as:
- Varicose Veins with Leg Ulcer
- Varicose Veins
- Venous Ulcer
- Leg Ulcer from Varicose Veins
- Venous Stasis Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- I83019: Varicose veins of right lower extremity with ulcer of unspecified site
- I83029: Varicose veins of left lower extremity with ulcer of unspecified site
Also known as:
- Open Abdominal Wound
- Wounds and Injuries
- Abdominal Wall Cut
- Stomach Area Wound
- Abdominal Skin Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S31109D: Unspecified open wound of abdominal wall, unspecified quadrant without penetration into peritoneal cavity, subsequent encounter
Also known as:
- Open Toe Wound
- Open Wound on Right Knee
- Toe Injuries and Disorder
- Wounds and Injuries
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Toe Cut
- Toe Laceration
- Toe Skin Tear
- Knee Cut
- Knee Gash
- Deep Knee Wound
ICD-10 Codes:
- S91105D: Unspecified open wound of left lesser toe(s) without damage to nail, subsequent encounter
- S81001D: Unspecified open wound, right knee, subsequent encounter
Also known as:
- Generalized Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Overall Body Weakness
- Widespread Muscle Weakness
- Systemic Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)
Also known as:
- Amputation Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Limb Loss
- Post-amputation care
- Limb loss recovery
- Amputee rehabilitation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4781: Encounter for orthopedic aftercare following surgical amputation
Also known as:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
- Paralysis
- Stroke
- Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
- Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
- Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
- Hemiparesis after brain infarction
ICD-10 Codes:
- I69354: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting left non-dominant side
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:
- 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
Which procedures does Dr. Sial perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Vakas Sial 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
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Sial's office.
Does Dr. Sial accept my insurance?
Dr. Sial accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 663-6521 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sial accept in Costa Mesa, CA?
Dr. Sial in Costa Mesa, 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
CalOptima
Centene
City of Los Angeles
Community Health Group
Medicaid
Medicare
Molina
Mutual of Omaha
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Where is Dr. Sial's office located?
Dr. Vakas Sial's Primary Practice
3090 Bristol St Ste 200
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
(619) 663-6521
What is Dr. Sial's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sial's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1659302305.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sial?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sial
What is Dr. Vakas Sial's specialty?
Dr. Sial is a Internist near Costa Mesa, CA.
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.
Contact Dr. Sial to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Vakas Sial affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sial is affiliated with Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center 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
Where can I learn more about Internist?
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Is Vakas Sial accepting new patients in Costa Mesa, CA?
Yes, Dr. Vakas Sial is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Vakas Sial offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sial's office at (619) 663-6521 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Vakas Sial?
Please contact Dr. Sial's office at (619) 663-6521 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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