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Who is Dr. Asuncion, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Van Nuys, CA?
Dr. Merlyn Asuncion, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Van Nuys, CA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Asuncion is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Asuncion’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Asuncion’s office at (818) 781-2796.
Is Dr. Asuncion board certified in Geriatric Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Merlyn Asuncion, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Asuncion speak?
Dr. Asuncion and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Asuncion treat?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Asuncion 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. Asuncion. 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
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:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
- Dorsalgia
- Spinal Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
- M549: Dorsalgia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Asthma
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Enlarged Prostate
- Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
- Enlarged Prostate (Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia)
- Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
- BPH
- Prostate Enlargement
ICD-10 Codes:
- N400: Benign prostatic hyperplasia without lower urinary tract symptoms
Also known as:
- Eye and Ear Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- Vision Screening
- Hearing Screening
- Eye and Ear Check-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z135: Encounter for screening for eye and ear disorders
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
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:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Asuncion perform as a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Merlyn Asuncion may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Asuncion's office.
Does Dr. Asuncion accept my insurance?
Dr. Asuncion accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (818) 781-2796 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Asuncion accept in Van Nuys, CA?
Dr. Asuncion in Van Nuys, 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
CalOptima
Centene
City of Los Angeles
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Heritage Health
Medicare
Molina
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Asuncion's office located?
Dr. Merlyn Asuncion's Primary Practice
14555 Hamlin St Ste 108
Van Nuys, CA 91411
(818) 781-2796
Dr. Merlyn Asuncion's Practice 2
17075 Devonshire St Ste 305
Northridge, CA 91325
(818) 363-0084
What is Dr. Asuncion's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Asuncion's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1679656193.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Asuncion?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Asuncion
What is Dr. Merlyn Asuncion's specialty?
Dr. Asuncion is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist near Van Nuys, CA. An internist or family medicine physician with expertise in the aging process and specialized skills in diagnosing, treating, preventing, and managing illnesses in the elderly. This specialist provides care for geriatric patients in various settings, including the home, office, nursing homes, and hospitals. Contact Dr. Asuncion to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Merlyn Asuncion affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Asuncion is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Martin Luther King, Jr. Outpatient Center, Martin Luther King, Jr. Outpatient Center. 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
Where can I learn more about Geriatric Medicine Specialist?
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Is Merlyn Asuncion accepting new patients in Van Nuys, CA?
Yes, Dr. Merlyn Asuncion is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Merlyn Asuncion offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Asuncion's office at (818) 781-2796 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Merlyn Asuncion?
Please contact Dr. Asuncion's office at (818) 781-2796 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Merlyn Asuncion have?
Dr. Merlyn Asuncion is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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