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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Omurtag, Internist in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Meral Omurtag, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in La Jolla, CA. Dr. Omurtag is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Omurtag’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Omurtag’s office at (858) 554-6158.
What languages does Dr. Omurtag speak?
Dr. Omurtag and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Omurtag typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Omurtag 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. Omurtag. 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:
- Brain disease (encephalopathy)
- Brain Disease
- Brain disorder
- Brain dysfunction
- Encephalopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Hip Fracture
- Fractures
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Broken Hip
- Femur Neck Fracture
- Proximal Femur Fracture
- Thigh Bone Fracture
ICD-10 Codes:
- S72002D: Fracture of unspecified part of neck of left femur, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing
Also known as:
- Joint Replacement Aftercare
- Hip Replacement
- Joint Disorder
- Knee Replacement
- Post-joint replacement care
- Joint surgery recovery
- Orthopedic aftercare
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z471: Aftercare following joint replacement surgery
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Omurtag typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Meral Omurtag 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. Omurtag's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Omurtag accept my insurance?
Dr. Omurtag accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 554-6158 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Omurtag accept in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Omurtag in La Jolla, 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)
Humana
Medicare
Other Support Agencies/Consultants
Scripps Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Omurtag's office located?
What is Dr. Omurtag's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Omurtag's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1396834636.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Omurtag?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Omurtag
What is Dr. Meral Omurtag's specialty?
Dr. Omurtag is a Internist near La Jolla, 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. Meral Omurtag affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Omurtag is affiliated with Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla 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 Meral Omurtag accepting new patients in La Jolla, CA?
Yes, Dr. Meral Omurtag is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Meral Omurtag offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Omurtag's office at (858) 554-6158 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Meral Omurtag?
Please contact Dr. Omurtag's office at (858) 554-6158 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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