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Dr. Athena Philis-Tsimikas, MD

La Jolla, CA

31 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Philis-Tsimikas, Endocrinologist in La Jolla, CA?

    Dr. Athena Philis-Tsimikas, MD is an Endocrinologist, who primarily practices in La Jolla, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified. Dr. Philis-Tsimikas graduated from University of Athens / College of Medicine / School of Health Science National & Kapodistrian and completed her residency at Med Ctr Ctrl Mass. Dr. Philis-Tsimikas is fluent in English and Greek, Modern (1453-), and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Philis-Tsimikas’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. Philis-Tsimikas’s office at (858) 626-5663.

    Where did Dr. Philis-Tsimikas go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Med Ctr Ctrl Mass | Scripps Clinic/Scripps Green Hospital Program

    • Medical School: University of Athens / College of Medicine / School of Health Science National & Kapodistrian | University of Athens / College of Medicine / School of Health Science National & Kapodistrian | University of Athens School of Health Sciences

    What languages does Dr. Philis-Tsimikas speak?

    Dr. Philis-Tsimikas and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Greek, Modern (1453-)

    What conditions does Dr. Philis-Tsimikas treat?

    As a Endocrinologist, Dr. Philis-Tsimikas 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. Philis-Tsimikas. 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
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetic Kidney Problems
    • Diabetic Nerve Problems
    • Diabetic Neuropathy
    • 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
    • Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
    • Diabetic Kidney Issues
    • Kidney Problems from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes Renal Complications
    • Diabetic Nerve Damage
    • Diabetic Polyneuropathy
    • Peripheral Neuropathy from Diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Nerve Problems
    • Diabetic nerve damage
    • Diabetes-related nerve pain
    • Peripheral neuropathy from diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
    • E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
    • E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
    • E1129: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other diabetic kidney complication
    • E1142: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic polyneuropathy
    • E1140: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic neuropathy, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Obesity
    • Severe Obesity
    • Overweight
    • Obesity from Excess Calories
    • Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
    • Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
    • Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
    • Body Weight
    • Excess Weight
    • Being Overweight
    • High BMI
    • Morbid Obesity
    • Extreme Obesity
    • Class 3 Obesity
    • High BMI (Overweight)
    • Pre-Obesity
    • Diet-Related Obesity
    • Common Obesity
    • Nutritional Obesity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E669: Obesity, unspecified
    • E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
    • E663: Overweight
    • E6609: Other obesity due to excess calories

    Also known as:

    • Diet-Controlled Gestational Diabetes
    • Gestational Diabetes
    • Insulin-Controlled Gestational Diabetes
    • Diabetes and Pregnancy
    • Gestational diabetes
    • Gestational diabetes managed by diet
    • Pregnancy diabetes diet control
    • GDM diet management
    • Pregnancy Diabetes
    • Diabetes developed during pregnancy
    • GDM
    • Pregnancy Diabetes on Insulin
    • Insulin for Gestational Diabetes
    • GDM with Insulin

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O24410: Gestational diabetes mellitus in pregnancy, diet controlled
    • O24419: Gestational diabetes mellitus in pregnancy, unspecified control
    • O24414: Gestational diabetes mellitus in pregnancy, insulin controlled

    Also known as:

    • Nutrition Counseling
    • Nutrition
    • Dietary advice
    • Nutritional guidance
    • Healthy eating counseling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z713: Dietary counseling and surveillance

    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:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Type 1 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 1
    • Type 1 diabetes
    • Diabetes Tests & Diagnosis
    • Juvenile Diabetes
    • Insulin-Dependent Diabetes
    • T1D

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E109: Type 1 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Mixed hyperlipidemia
    • Combined hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia

    Also known as:

    • Unexplained Weight Gain
    • Sudden weight gain
    • Rapid weight increase
    • Abnormal increase in weight

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R635: Abnormal weight gain

    Does Dr. Philis-Tsimikas accept my insurance?

    Dr. Philis-Tsimikas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 626-5663 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Philis-Tsimikas accept in La Jolla, CA?

    Dr. Philis-Tsimikas 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 Health Plan

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene

    • Community Health Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • HealthComp

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Philis-Tsimikas' office located?

    Dr. Athena Philis-Tsimikas' Primary Practice

    9834 Genesee Ave Ste 300

    La Jolla, CA 92037

    (858) 626-5663

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    Dr. Athena Philis-Tsimikas' Practice 2

    10140 Campus Point Dr Ste 140

    San Diego, CA 92121

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    Dr. Athena Philis-Tsimikas' Practice 3

    823 Gateway Center Way

    San Diego, CA 92102

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    What is Dr. Philis-Tsimikas's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Philis-Tsimikas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1922105964.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Philis-Tsimikas?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Philis-Tsimikas

    What is Dr. Athena Philis-Tsimikas's specialty?

    Dr. Philis-Tsimikas is a Endocrinologist near La Jolla, CA. An internist specializing in disorders of the endocrine glands, including the thyroid and adrenal glands. This specialist also manages a range of conditions such as diabetes, metabolic and nutritional disorders, obesity, pituitary disorders, and menstrual and sexual health issues. Contact Dr. Philis-Tsimikas to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Athena Philis-Tsimikas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Philis-Tsimikas is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Athena Philis-Tsimikas accepting new patients in La Jolla, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Athena Philis-Tsimikas is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Athena Philis-Tsimikas offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Philis-Tsimikas's office at (858) 626-5663 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Athena Philis-Tsimikas?

    Please contact Dr. Philis-Tsimikas's office at (858) 626-5663 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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