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Who is Dr. Zizzo, Internist in Carlsbad, CA?
Dr. Paolo Zizzo, DO is an Internist, who primarily practices in Carlsbad, CA. He is board certified. Dr. Zizzo graduated from Western University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific and completed his residency at Alameda Co Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Zizzo is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Zizzo’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Zizzo’s office at (760) 448-4412.
Where did Dr. Zizzo go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Alameda Co Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Alameda County Medical Center Program
Medical School: Western University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific
What languages does Dr. Zizzo speak?
Dr. Zizzo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Zizzo treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Zizzo 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. Zizzo. 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:
- Age-Related Brain Degeneration
- Dementia
- Lewy Body Dementia
- Dementia with Lewy bodies
- Senile Dementia
- Brain Degeneration in Elderly
- Cognitive decline
- Memory loss
- Brain disorder
- Dementia with Lewy Bodies
- DLB
- Lewy Body Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G311: Senile degeneration of brain, not elsewhere classified
- F0390: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety
- G3183: Neurocognitive disorder with Lewy bodies
Also known as:
- Heart Disease
- Heart Condition
- Cardiac Disease
- Heart Problem
ICD-10 Codes:
- I519: Heart disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Late-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- AD', 'Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
- Sporadic Alzheimer's', 'Alzheimer's in Older Adults
ICD-10 Codes:
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
- G301: Alzheimer's disease with late onset
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- End-Stage Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
- Advanced heart failure
- Terminal heart failure
- Severe heart failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
- I5084: End stage heart failure
Also known as:
- Cerebral Atherosclerosis
- Brain Disease
- Hardening of Brain Arteries
- Brain Artery Plaque
- Cerebral Artery Disease
- Brain Blood Vessel Hardening
ICD-10 Codes:
- I672: Cerebral atherosclerosis
Also known as:
- Breast Cancer
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50919: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of unspecified female breast
Also known as:
- Walking Problems
- Gait Abnormalities
- Difficulty Walking
- Unsteady Gait
- Balance Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R2689: Other abnormalities of gait and mobility
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Generalized Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Overall Body Weakness
- Widespread Muscle Weakness
- Systemic Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)
Also known as:
- Long-Term Effects of Ischemic Stroke
- Stroke
- Post-ischemic stroke complications
- Stroke after-effects
- Residual problems from brain infarction
- Ischemic stroke sequelae
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6930: Unspecified sequelae of cerebral infarction
Also known as:
- Pancreatic Cancer
- Pancreas Cancer
- Malignant Pancreatic Tumor
- Pancreatic Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C259: Malignant neoplasm of pancreas, unspecified
Also known as:
- Parkinson's Disease
- PD
- Shaking Palsy
- Paralysis Agitans
ICD-10 Codes:
- G20: Parkinson's disease
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
Also known as:
- Ovarian Cancer
- Ovarian Epithelial, Fallopian Tube, and Primary Peritoneal Cancer Treatment (PDQ)
- Cancer of the ovary
- Ovarian carcinoma
- Female reproductive cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C569: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified ovary
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
- Pulmonary cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified bronchus or lung
Also known as:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Colon cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of colon
ICD-10 Codes:
- C189: Malignant neoplasm of colon, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Zizzo perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Paolo Zizzo 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
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Zizzo's office.
Does Dr. Zizzo accept my insurance?
Dr. Zizzo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (760) 448-4412 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Zizzo accept in Carlsbad, CA?
Dr. Zizzo in Carlsbad, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Shield of California
Community Health Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Molina
State of California
United American / Torchmark
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Zizzo's office located?
Dr. Paolo Zizzo's Primary Practice
5055 Avenida Encinas Ste 100
Carlsbad, CA 92008
(760) 448-4412
What is Dr. Zizzo's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Zizzo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1396750279.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Zizzo?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Zizzo
What is Dr. Paolo Zizzo's specialty?
Dr. Zizzo is a Internist near Carlsbad, CA.
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.
Contact Dr. Zizzo to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Paolo Zizzo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Zizzo is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Paolo Zizzo accepting new patients in Carlsbad, CA?
Yes, Dr. Paolo Zizzo is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Paolo Zizzo offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Zizzo's office at (760) 448-4412 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Paolo Zizzo?
Please contact Dr. Zizzo's office at (760) 448-4412 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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