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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Pascua, Emergency Medicine Specialist in La Mesa, CA?
Dr. Benito Pascua is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in La Mesa, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Pascua is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pascua’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pascua’s office at (310) 794-0785.
What languages does Dr. Pascua speak?
Dr. Pascua and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Pascua typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Pascua 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. Pascua. 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
- Type 2 Diabetes with Skin Ulcers
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Foot
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetic Foot Wound
- Foot Sore from Diabetes
- Diabetic Ulcer
- Diabetic skin sores
- Diabetes-related wounds
- Foot ulcers from diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer
- E11622: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other skin ulcer
Also known as:
- Chronic Venous Insufficiency
- Vascular Disease
- CVI
- Venous Reflux Disease
- Leg Vein Incompetence
- Peripheral Venous Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I872: Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)
Also known as:
- Lymphedema
- Lymphatic Swelling
- Fluid Retention in Limbs
- Chronic Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- I890: Lymphedema, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Chronic Venous Hypertension with Ulcer
- Vascular Disease
- Venous Ulcer
- Chronic Venous Ulcer
- Stasis Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- I87313: Chronic venous hypertension (idiopathic) with ulcer of bilateral lower extremity
Also known as:
- Peripheral Artery Disease
- PVD
- PAD
- Poor Circulation in Legs
- Blocked Leg Arteries
ICD-10 Codes:
- I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cellulitis
- Bacterial Skin Infection
- Leg Skin Infection
- Spreading Skin Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- L03115: Cellulitis of right lower limb
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Pascua typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Pascua 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. Pascua. 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:
- Wound Debridement
- Skin and Tissue Debridement
- Unna Boot Application
- Surgical Wound Cleaning
- Tissue Removal from Wound
- Dead Tissue Removal
- Wound Cleaning
- Surgical Debridement
- Subcutaneous Tissue Debridement
- Compression Boot Application
- Unna Paste Bandage
- Leg Ulcer Dressing
CPT Codes:
- 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
- 11045: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); each additional 20 sq cm, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 29580: Strapping; Unna boot
Also known as:
- Multi-Layer Leg Compression Wrap
- Compression Bandage Application
- Leg Compression System
- Ankle and Foot Compression
CPT Codes:
- 29581: Application of multi-layer compression system; leg (below knee), including ankle and foot
Does Dr. Pascua accept my insurance?
Dr. Pascua accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 794-0785 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pascua accept in La Mesa, CA?
Dr. Pascua in La 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
Community Health Group
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Other Health Care Provider
Other Support Agencies/Consultants
Sharp HealthCare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Pascua's office located?
Dr. Benito Pascua's Primary Practice
5555 Grossmont Center Dr
La Mesa, CA 91942
(310) 794-0785
What is Dr. Pascua's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pascua's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1821558123.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pascua?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pascua
What is Dr. Benito Pascua's specialty?
Dr. Pascua is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near La Mesa, CA.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is this Dr. Benito Pascua affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Pascua is affiliated with Sharp Grossmont Hospital, Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center, Sharp Memorial Hospital, Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego, Palomar Medical Center Escondido 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 Benito Pascua accepting new patients in La Mesa, CA?
Yes, Dr. Benito Pascua is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Benito Pascua offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pascua's office at (310) 794-0785 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Benito Pascua?
Please contact Dr. Pascua's office at (310) 794-0785 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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