20 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Alula, Internist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Mahlet Alula, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA. She has been practicing for over 20 years and is board certified. Dr. Alula graduated from Hahnemann University School of Medicine. Dr. Alula is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alula’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alula’s office at (619) 245-2810.
Where did Dr. Alula go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Drexel College of Medicine and Hahnmann University | Hahnemann University School of Medicine | Drexel College of Medicine AKA Hahnemann University
Is Dr. Alula board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Mahlet Alula, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Alula speak?
Dr. Alula and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Alula typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Alula 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. Alula. 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 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abnormal Breast Imaging Results
- Mammography
- Inconclusive mammogram
- Unclear breast scan results
- Abnormal breast scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- R928: Other abnormal and inconclusive findings on diagnostic imaging of breast
Also known as:
- Severe Obesity
- Obesity
- Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- Class 3 Obesity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Alula typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Mahlet Alula 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. Alula's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Alula accept my insurance?
Dr. Alula accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 245-2810 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Alula accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Alula in San Diego, 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
HealthComp
Medicare
Scripps Health
Sharp HealthCare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Alula's office located?
Dr. Mahlet Alula's Primary Practice
7565 Mission Valley Rd
San Diego, CA 92108
(619) 245-2810
What is Dr. Alula's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Alula's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1700985629.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alula?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Alula
What is Dr. Mahlet Alula's specialty?
Dr. Alula is a Internist near San Diego, 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. Mahlet Alula affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Alula is affiliated with Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego, Scripps Green Hospital, Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, Sharp Memorial Hospital 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Mahlet Alula accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Mahlet Alula is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Mahlet Alula offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Alula's office at (619) 245-2810 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Mahlet Alula?
Please contact Dr. Alula's office at (619) 245-2810 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Mahlet Alula have?
Dr. Mahlet Alula is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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