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Dr. Suriti Achar, MD

Spring Valley, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Achar, Family Medicine Specialist in Spring Valley, CA?

    Dr. Suriti Achar, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Spring Valley, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Achar completed her residency at Scripps Mercy Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Achar is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Achar’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Achar’s office at (619) 515-2499.

    Where did Dr. Achar go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Scripps Mercy Hosp, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: University Of Ca- Davis- Sch Of Med- Davis Ca

    Is Dr. Achar board certified in Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Suriti Achar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Achar speak?

    Dr. Achar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Achar treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Achar 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. Achar. 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:

    • 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:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Depression Screening
    • Depression
    • Health Screening
    • Depression Test
    • Mental Health Check for Depression
    • Mood Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Depression
    • Clinical depression
    • Major depressive disorder
    • Mood disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F32A: Depression, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • General Anxiety
    • Anxiety Problems
    • Nervous Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
    • Post-Treatment Check-up
    • Aftercare Visit
    • Recovery Monitoring Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm

    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:

    • Routine Gynecological Exam (Normal Findings)
    • Women's Health Checkup
    • Women's checkup, all clear
    • Pelvic exam, normal results
    • OB/GYN visit, no issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01419: Encounter for gynecological examination (general) (routine) without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Diabetes Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Blood Sugar Test
    • Diabetes Mellitus Screening
    • Glucose Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z131: Encounter for screening for diabetes mellitus

    Also known as:

    • Healthy Weight Child (BMI 5th-85th percentile)
    • Body Weight
    • Normal BMI for child
    • Child healthy weight
    • Pediatric normal weight

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z6852: Body mass index [BMI] pediatric, 5th percentile to less than 85th percentile for age

    Also known as:

    • Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) Screening
    • Health Screening
    • STD screening
    • Sexual health check
    • Venereal disease test

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z113: Encounter for screening for infections with a predominantly sexual mode of transmission

    Also known as:

    • Obesity
    • Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
    • Excess Weight
    • Being Overweight
    • High BMI

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E669: Obesity, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, 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:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Achar perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Suriti Achar may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Achar's office.

    Does Dr. Achar accept my insurance?

    Dr. Achar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 515-2499 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Achar accept in Spring Valley, CA?

    Dr. Achar in Spring Valley, 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

    • Community Health Group

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • SGS North America Inc

    • Sharp Health Plan

    • State of Tennessee

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    Where is Dr. Achar's office located?

    Dr. Suriti Achar's Primary Practice

    8788 Jamacha Rd

    Spring Valley, CA 91977

    (619) 515-2499

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    Dr. Suriti Achar's Practice 2

    2450 Craven St

    San Diego, CA 92136

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    Dr. Suriti Achar's Practice 3

    1111 W Chase Ave

    El Cajon, CA 92020

    (619) 515-2499

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    What is Dr. Achar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Achar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1326132754.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Achar?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Achar

    What is Dr. Suriti Achar's specialty?

    Dr. Achar is a Family Medicine Specialist near Spring Valley, 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. Achar to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Suriti Achar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Achar is affiliated with Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego, Jacobs Medical Center at UC San Diego Health 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?

    Explore Family Medicine Specialist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Suriti Achar accepting new patients in Spring Valley, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Suriti Achar is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Suriti Achar offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Achar's office at (619) 515-2499 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Suriti Achar?

    Please contact Dr. Achar's office at (619) 515-2499 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Suriti Achar have?

    Dr. Suriti Achar is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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