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Dr. Joseph Allen, MD

Dr. Joseph Allen, MD

San Diego, CA

20 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Allen, Family Medicine Specialist in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Joseph Allen, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA. He has been practicing for over 20 years and is board certified. Dr. Allen graduated from St George',s University and completed his residency at St Joseph'S Hosp & M C, Family Practice. Dr. Allen is fluent in English, French, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Allen’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Allen’s office at (619) 225-1212.

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

    • Fellowship: University of California, San Diego

    • Residency: St Joseph'S Hosp & M C, Family Practice | PCOM/St Joseph's Hospital Program

    • Medical School: St George',s University | St George',s University | St. George's University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Allen board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Joseph Allen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Allen speak?

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

    • English

    • French

    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Allen typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Allen 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. Allen. 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 here.

    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:

    • Urinary and Genital Symptoms
    • Urine and Urination
    • Genitourinary signs
    • Urogenital symptoms
    • Reproductive and urinary issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R399: Unspecified symptoms and signs involving the genitourinary system

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fatigue
    • Tiredness
    • Lack of energy
    • Exhaustion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R5383: Other fatigue

    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 a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Allen typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Allen performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Allen. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Precancerous Skin Lesions
    • Skin Conditions
    • Actinic Keratosis Treatment
    • Premalignant Lesion Destruction
    • Skin Cancer Prevention Treatment
    • Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions

    CPT Codes:

    • 17003: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), premalignant lesions (eg, actinic keratoses); second through 14 lesions, each (List separately in addition to code for first lesion)
    • 17000: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), premalignant lesions (eg, actinic keratoses); first lesion

    Also known as:

    • Impacted Ear Wax Removal (One Ear)
    • Cerumen Impaction Removal
    • Ear Wax Extraction with Tools
    • Professional Ear Cleaning

    CPT Codes:

    • 69210: Removal impacted cerumen requiring instrumentation, unilateral

    Does Dr. Allen accept my insurance?

    Dr. Allen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 225-1212 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Allen accept in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Allen 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

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Medicare

    • Sharp HealthCare

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Allen's office located?

    Dr. Joseph Allen's Primary Practice

    4116 W Point Loma Blvd

    San Diego, CA 92110

    (619) 225-1212

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

    Dr. Allen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1285720011.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Allen?

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

    What is Dr. Joseph Allen's specialty?

    Dr. Allen is a Family Medicine Specialist near San Diego, CA.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    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.

    Is this Dr. Joseph Allen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Allen is affiliated with Sharp Memorial Hospital, Sharp Coronado Hospital, Sharp Grossmont Hospital, Sharp Chula Vista 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

    When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. Explore 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 Joseph Allen accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Joseph Allen is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Joseph Allen offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Allen's office at (619) 225-1212 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Joseph Allen?

    Please contact Dr. Allen's office at (619) 225-1212 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Joseph Allen have?

    Dr. Joseph Allen is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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