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40 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Salas, Internist in Temecula, CA?
Dr. Ernesto Salas, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Temecula, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 40 years. Dr. Salas graduated from Philippine Muslim-Christian College and completed his residency at Tx Tech University Health Science Center. Dr. Salas is fluent in English, Filipino; Pilipino, and Tagalog, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Salas’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Salas’s office at (951) 693-1159.
Where did Dr. Salas go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Tx Tech University Health Science Center | Texas Tech University (Amarillo) Health Sciences Center Program
Medical School: Philippine Muslim-Christian College | Manila Central University-Filemon D. Tanchoco Foundation College of Medicine | Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Salas speak?
Dr. Salas and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Filipino; Pilipino
Tagalog
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Salas typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Salas 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. Salas. 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:
- Routine Blood Pressure Check (Normal Findings)
- Vital Signs
- Normal BP reading
- Blood pressure screening, all clear
- Healthy blood pressure check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0130: Encounter for examination of blood pressure without abnormal findings
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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Immune System Disorder
- Immune System and Disorder
- Immunodeficiency
- Immune System Problems
- Weakened Immune System
ICD-10 Codes:
- D8481: Immunodeficiency due to conditions classified elsewhere
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
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
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Salas typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Ernesto Salas 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
Please contact Dr. Salas' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Salas accept my insurance?
Dr. Salas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (951) 693-1159 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Salas accept in Temecula, CA?
Dr. Salas in Temecula, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
OptumRx Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Salas' office located?
Dr. Ernesto Salas' Primary Practice
27699 Jefferson Ave Ste 311
Temecula, CA 92590
(951) 693-1159
What is Dr. Salas's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Salas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1841380565.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Salas?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Salas
What is Dr. Ernesto Salas's specialty?
Dr. Salas is a Internist near Temecula, CA.
What does an Internist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Ernesto Salas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Salas is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Loma Linda University Medical Center - Murrieta, Loma Linda University Medical Center. 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Ernesto Salas accepting new patients in Temecula, CA?
Yes, Dr. Ernesto Salas is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ernesto Salas offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Salas's office at (951) 693-1159 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ernesto Salas?
Please contact Dr. Salas's office at (951) 693-1159 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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