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Who is Dr. Brewster, Family Medicine Specialist in La Mesa, CA?
Dr. Amber Brewster, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in La Mesa, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Brewster is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Brewster’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Brewster’s office at (619) 740-6000.
What languages does Dr. Brewster speak?
Dr. Brewster and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Brewster treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Brewster 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. Brewster. 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Other Specific Healthcare Encounters
- Special Medical Visits
- Unusual Doctor Appointments
- Healthcare for Unique Situations
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7689: Persons encountering health services in other specified circumstances
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Anxiety Disorder
- Other Specified Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- General Anxiety
- Anxiety Problems
- Nervous Disorder
- Atypical Anxiety
- Uncommon Anxiety Disorder
- Specific Anxiety Problem
ICD-10 Codes:
- F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified
- F418: Other specified anxiety disorders
Also known as:
- Severe Obesity
- Obesity
- Class 3 Obesity
- Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- Excess Weight
- Being Overweight
- High BMI
- BMI Class 3 Obesity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
- E669: Obesity, unspecified
- E66813: Obesity, class 3
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
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
Also known as:
- Urinary Device Fitting and Adjustment
- Urological Device Fitting
- Bladder Device Adjustment
- Catheter Fitting
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z466: Encounter for fitting and adjustment of urinary device
Also known as:
- Cardiovascular Disorder Screening
- Diabetes Screening
- Health Screening
- Heart Disease Screening
- Vascular Disease Check
- Cardiac Screening
- Blood Sugar Test
- Diabetes Mellitus Screening
- Glucose Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z136: Encounter for screening for cardiovascular disorders
- Z131: Encounter for screening for diabetes mellitus
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
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:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Acne Vulgaris
- Acne
- Common acne
- Pimples
- Breakouts
ICD-10 Codes:
- L700: Acne vulgaris
Also known as:
- Menopause
- Climacteric
- The Change of Life
- Postmenopause
ICD-10 Codes:
- N951: Menopausal and female climacteric states
Which procedures does Dr. Brewster perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Amber Brewster may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Brewster's office.
Does Dr. Brewster accept my insurance?
Dr. Brewster accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 740-6000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Brewster accept in La Mesa, CA?
Dr. Brewster 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
Beacon Health Options
Blue Shield of California
Centene
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Inland Empire
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Brewster's office located?
Dr. Amber Brewster's Primary Practice
5525 Grossmont Center Dr
La Mesa, CA 91942
(619) 740-6000
What is Dr. Brewster's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Brewster's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1821653262.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Brewster?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Brewster
What is Dr. Amber Brewster's specialty?
Dr. Brewster is a Family Medicine Specialist near La Mesa, CA. Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care. Contact Dr. Brewster to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Amber Brewster affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Brewster is affiliated with Sharp Grossmont Hospital, Sharp Memorial Hospital, Kaiser Permanente Riverside 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 Family Medicine Specialist?
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Is Amber Brewster accepting new patients in La Mesa, CA?
Yes, Dr. Amber Brewster is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Amber Brewster offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Brewster's office at (619) 740-6000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Amber Brewster?
Please contact Dr. Brewster's office at (619) 740-6000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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