22 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Assaf, Internist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Samer Assaf, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified. Dr. Assaf graduated from Rush Medical College of Rush University Medical Center and completed his residency at University California. Dr. Assaf is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Assaf’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Assaf’s office at (858) 499-2600.
Where did Dr. Assaf go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University California
Medical School: Rush Medical College of Rush University Medical Center
Is Dr. Assaf board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Samer Assaf, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Assaf speak?
Dr. Assaf and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Assaf typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Assaf 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. Assaf. 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
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:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
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:
- Hardening of the Aorta
- Atherosclerosis
- Aortic artery hardening
- Aortic plaque buildup
- Aortic calcification
ICD-10 Codes:
- I700: Atherosclerosis of aorta
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Assaf typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Samer Assaf 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. Assaf's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Assaf accept my insurance?
Dr. Assaf accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 499-2600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Assaf accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Assaf 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
Community Health Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Assaf's office located?
What is Dr. Assaf's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Assaf's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1871682179.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Assaf?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Assaf
What is Dr. Samer Assaf's specialty?
Dr. Assaf 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. Samer Assaf affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Assaf is affiliated with Sharp Memorial Hospital, Sharp Grossmont Hospital, Sharp Coronado 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 Samer Assaf accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Samer Assaf is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Samer Assaf offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Assaf's office at (858) 499-2600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Samer Assaf?
Please contact Dr. Assaf's office at (858) 499-2600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Samer Assaf have?
Dr. Samer Assaf is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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