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Who is Dr. Mueller, Surgeon in San Diego, CA?
Dr. George Mueller, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA. He is board certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Mueller graduated from St. George's University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Kaleida Hlth Sys-M Fillmore, General Surgery. Dr. Mueller is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mueller’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mueller’s office at (858) 565-0104.
Where did Dr. Mueller go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Kaleida Hlth Sys-M Fillmore, General Surgery | Millard Fillmore Hospital | University at Buffalo School of Medicine Program
Medical School: St George',s University | St. George's University School of Medicine | University of the Philippines Manila College of Medicine
Is Dr. Mueller board certified in Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. George Mueller, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Mueller speak?
Dr. Mueller and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Mueller treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Mueller 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. Mueller. 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:
- Severe Obesity
- Class 3 Obesity
- Class 2 Obesity
- Obesity from Excess Calories
- Obesity
- Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
- Body Weight
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- High Body Mass Index
- BMI Class 3 Obesity
- Significant Obesity
- Severe Obesity (Class 2)
- BMI Class 2 Obesity
- Diet-Related Obesity
- Common Obesity
- Nutritional Obesity
- High BMI
- Excess Weight
- Overweight
- Excess Body Fat
- Weight Management Issues
- Overweight Condition
ICD-10 Codes:
- E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
- Z684: Body mass index [BMI] 40 or greater, adult
- E66813: Obesity, class 3
- E66812: Obesity, class 2
- E6609: Other obesity due to excess calories
- Z6839: Body mass index [BMI] 39.0-39.9, adult
- Z6837: Body mass index [BMI] 37.0-37.9, adult
- Z6835: Body mass index [BMI] 35.0-35.9, adult
- Z6838: Body mass index [BMI] 38.0-38.9, adult
Also known as:
- Procedure Not Performed Due to Other Medical Reason
- Other medical contraindication
- Treatment deferred (other medical)
- Procedure cancelled (other reason)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5309: Procedure and treatment not carried out because of other contraindication
Also known as:
- Stomach Removal
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastrectomy
- Absence of Stomach
- Missing Stomach
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z903: Acquired absence of stomach [part of]
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:
- 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:
- Other Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
Also known as:
- General Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- General Health Check
- Disease Screening
- Medical Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder
Also known as:
- Bariatric Surgery Status
- Weight Loss Surgery
- Weight-loss (Metabolic & Bariatric) Surgery
- Weight Loss Surgery History
- Gastric Bypass Status
- Sleeve Gastrectomy Status
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z9884: Bariatric surgery status
Also known as:
- Stomach Inflammation
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastritis & Gastropathy
- Gastritis
- Inflamed stomach lining
- Stomach lining inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2970: Gastritis, unspecified, without bleeding
Also known as:
- H. Pylori Infection
- Helicobacter Pylori Infection
- Helicobacter pylori infection
- Stomach bacteria infection
- H. pylori bacteria
ICD-10 Codes:
- B9681: Helicobacter pylori [H. pylori] as the cause of diseases classified elsewhere
Also known as:
- Acute pain after medical procedure
- Pain
- Acute post-operative pain
- Pain after surgery
- Post-procedural pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain
Which procedures does Dr. Mueller perform as a Surgeon?
As a Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. George Mueller may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Mueller's office.
Does Dr. Mueller accept my insurance?
Dr. Mueller accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 565-0104 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Mueller accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Mueller in San Diego, 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Directors Guild of America Employees
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Molina
Other Health Care Provider
Sharp Health Plan
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Mueller's office located?
What is Dr. Mueller's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Mueller's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1629179684.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mueller?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mueller
What is Dr. George Mueller's specialty?
Dr. Mueller is a Surgeon near San Diego, CA. General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery. Contact Dr. Mueller to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. George Mueller affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Mueller is affiliated with Sharp Memorial Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 George Mueller accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. George Mueller is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. George Mueller offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Mueller's office at (858) 565-0104 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with George Mueller?
Please contact Dr. Mueller's office at (858) 565-0104 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. George Mueller have?
Dr. George Mueller is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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