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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ferro, Internist in Stockton, CA?
Dr. Diego Ferro, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Stockton, CA. Dr. Ferro graduated from Universidad Pontificia Bolivariana, Facultad De Medicina and completed his residency at San Joaquin General Hospital Program. Dr. Ferro is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ferro’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ferro’s office at (209) 948-1583.
Where did Dr. Ferro go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: San Joaquin General Hospital Program
Medical School: Universidad Pontificia Bolivariana, Facultad De Medicina
What languages does Dr. Ferro speak?
Dr. Ferro and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Ferro typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Ferro 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. Ferro. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Depression Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
Also known as:
- Overweight
- Body Weight
- High Body Mass Index
- Excess Weight
- Weight Management Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6825: Body mass index [BMI] 25.0-25.9, adult
- Z6829: Body mass index [BMI] 29.0-29.9, adult
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:
- Severe Obesity
- Body Weight
- Obesity
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- High Body Mass Index
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z684: Body mass index [BMI] 40 or greater, adult
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Ferro typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Ferro 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. Ferro. 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:
- Impacted Ear Wax Removal (One Ear)
- Ear Wax Removal (Irrigation)
- Cerumen Impaction Removal
- Ear Wax Extraction with Tools
- Professional Ear Cleaning
- Impacted earwax removal
- Ear lavage
- Ear syringing
CPT Codes:
- 69210: Removal impacted cerumen requiring instrumentation, unilateral
- 69209: Removal impacted cerumen using irrigation/lavage, unilateral
Does Dr. Ferro accept my insurance?
Dr. Ferro accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (209) 948-1583 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ferro accept in Stockton, CA?
Dr. Ferro in Stockton, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
AllCare Health
Blue Shield of California
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Humana
Medicare
Other Provider Networks
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ferro's office located?
Dr. Diego Ferro's Primary Practice
420 W Acacia St Ste 1
Stockton, CA 95203
(209) 948-1583
What is Dr. Ferro's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ferro's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1700027877.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ferro?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ferro
What is Dr. Diego Ferro's specialty?
Dr. Ferro is a Internist near Stockton, 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. Diego Ferro affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ferro is affiliated with Memorial Medical Center - Modesto, Ca, Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital, California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus 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 Diego Ferro accepting new patients in Stockton, CA?
Yes, Dr. Diego Ferro is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Diego Ferro offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ferro's office at (209) 948-1583 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Diego Ferro?
Please contact Dr. Ferro's office at (209) 948-1583 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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