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28 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Poniachik, Internist in San Marcos, CA?
Dr. Samuel Poniachik, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in San Marcos, CA. He has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Poniachik graduated from University of California and completed his residency at La Co Harbor Ucla Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Poniachik is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Poniachik’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. Poniachik’s office at (760) 736-6700.
Where did Dr. Poniachik go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: La Co Harbor Ucla Med Ctr, Internal Medicine
Medical School: University of Ca, San Francisco, Sch of Med, San Francisco Ca | University of California
Is Dr. Poniachik board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Samuel Poniachik, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Poniachik speak?
Dr. Poniachik and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Poniachik treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Poniachik 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. Poniachik. 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
- E118: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with unspecified complications
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Overweight
- Healthy Weight
- Body Weight
- High Body Mass Index
- Excess Weight
- Weight Management Issues
- Normal Weight
- Body Mass Index
- Optimal Weight
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6827: Body mass index [BMI] 27.0-27.9, adult
- Z6829: Body mass index [BMI] 29.0-29.9, adult
- Z6826: Body mass index [BMI] 26.0-26.9, adult
- Z6825: Body mass index [BMI] 25.0-25.9, adult
- Z6824: Body mass index [BMI] 24.0-24.9, adult
Also known as:
- Severe Obesity
- Obesity
- Body Weight
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- High Body Mass Index
- Excess Body Fat
- Weight Management Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z684: Body mass index [BMI] 40 or greater, adult
- Z6830: Body mass index [BMI] 30.0-30.9, adult
- Z6831: Body mass index [BMI] 31.0-31.9, adult
- Z6832: Body mass index [BMI] 32.0-32.9, adult
- Z6833: Body mass index [BMI] 33.0-33.9, adult
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Adult BMI 28.0-28.9
- Adult BMI 23.0-23.9
- Body Weight
- Overweight BMI
- Adult pre-obesity BMI
- Higher than normal BMI
- BMI in healthy range
- Normal adult BMI
- Healthy weight BMI
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6828: Body mass index [BMI] 28.0-28.9, adult
- Z6823: Body mass index [BMI] 23.0-23.9, adult
Also known as:
- HIV
- Human Immunodeficiency Virus
- AIDS virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease
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:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Which procedures does Dr. Poniachik perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Samuel Poniachik 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. Poniachik's office.
Does Dr. Poniachik accept my insurance?
Dr. Poniachik accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (760) 736-6700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Poniachik accept in San Marcos, CA?
Dr. Poniachik in San Marcos, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene
Community Health Group
Medicare
Molina
Other Health Care Provider
Other Support Agencies/Consultants
Scripps Health
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Where is Dr. Poniachik's office located?
Dr. Samuel Poniachik's Primary Practice
150 Valpreda Rd
San Marcos, CA 92069
(760) 736-6700
What is Dr. Poniachik's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Poniachik's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1467485078.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Poniachik?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Poniachik
What is Dr. Samuel Poniachik's specialty?
Dr. Poniachik is a Internist near San Marcos, 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. Poniachik to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Samuel Poniachik affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Poniachik is affiliated with Palomar Medical Center Escondido which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Samuel Poniachik accepting new patients in San Marcos, CA?
Yes, Dr. Samuel Poniachik is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Samuel Poniachik offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Poniachik's office at (760) 736-6700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Samuel Poniachik?
Please contact Dr. Poniachik's office at (760) 736-6700 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Samuel Poniachik have?
Dr. Samuel Poniachik is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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