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Dr. Mirwais Saifi, MD

San Diego, CA

Accepting patients
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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Saifi, Family Medicine Specialist in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Mirwais Saifi, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Saifi is fluent in English, Farsi/Persian, and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Saifi’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. Saifi’s office at (619) 464-1608.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Saifi?

    Dr. Mirwais Saifi, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Family Medicine Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Saifi empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Primary Care, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the San Diego/CA community, Dr. Saifi is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    Is Dr. Saifi board certified in Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Mirwais Saifi, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Saifi speak?

    Dr. Saifi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Farsi/Persian

    • French

    What conditions does Dr. Saifi treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Saifi 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. Saifi. 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 Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Nerve Problems
    • Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Diabetic Kidney Problems
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic nerve damage
    • Diabetes-related nerve pain
    • Peripheral neuropathy from diabetes
    • Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1140: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic neuropathy, unspecified
    • E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Other Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function
    • Thyroid Gland Underactivity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
    • E038: Other specified hypothyroidism

    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:

    • 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:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Alzheimer's Disease
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    • AD', 'Alzheimer's Dementia
    • Memory Loss Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Wound Dressing Change or Removal
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Non-surgical dressing care
    • Wound care visit
    • Dressing replacement

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4800: Encounter for change or removal of nonsurgical wound dressing

    Also known as:

    • Pain in Right Knee
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Right Knee Ache
    • Right Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Right Knee

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25561: Pain in right knee

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart Disease
    • Heart Disease
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Cardiomyopathy
    • Heart Problems from High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I119: Hypertensive heart disease without heart failure

    Also known as:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Lower Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Saifi perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Mirwais Saifi may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Saifi's office.

    Does Dr. Saifi accept my insurance?

    Dr. Saifi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 464-1608 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Saifi accept in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Saifi 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

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • Sharp Health Plan

    • Ucare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Saifi's office located?

    Dr. Mirwais Saifi's Primary Practice

    7801 Mission Center Ct Ste 310

    San Diego, CA 92108

    (619) 464-1608

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    Dr. Mirwais Saifi's Practice 2

    6280 Jackson Dr Ste 8

    San Diego, CA 92119

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    Dr. Mirwais Saifi's Practice 3

    10158 Buena Vista Ave

    Santee, CA 92071

    (619) 562-1140

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    Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Mirwais Saifi?

    Dr. Saifi has appointments available at his San Diego, CA office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.

    Ratings & Reviews

    Rating Star

    5.0

    Overall rating

    Based on 1 reviews

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    Office Experience

    100% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern

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    Wait Times

    80% of patients were satisfied with the wait time

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    Diagnosis

    100% of patients were satisfied with the doctor's diagnosis and explanation of their condition

    Patients give Dr. Mirwais Saifi an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Saifi has been rated and reviewed by 1 patient. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Saifi, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.

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    What is Dr. Saifi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Saifi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1750516753.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Saifi?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Saifi

    What is Dr. Mirwais Saifi's specialty?

    Dr. Saifi is a Family Medicine Specialist near San Diego, CA. Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care. Contact Dr. Saifi to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Mirwais Saifi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Saifi is affiliated with Sharp Grossmont Hospital, Sharp Memorial 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

    Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Family Medicine Specialist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Mirwais Saifi accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Mirwais Saifi is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Mirwais Saifi offer online booking?

    Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Saifi, or call (619) 464-1608 for more information.

    How can I make an appointment with Mirwais Saifi?

    Please contact Dr. Saifi's office at (619) 464-1608 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Mirwais Saifi have?

    Dr. Mirwais Saifi is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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