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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Allem, Rheumatologist in Oceanside, CA?
Dr. Kavitta Allem, MD is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in Oceanside, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Allem is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Allem’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Allem’s office at (919) 235-6450.
Is Dr. Allem board certified in Rheumatologist?
Yes, Dr. Kavitta Allem, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Allem speak?
Dr. Allem and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Allem treat?
As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Allem 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. Allem. 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:
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- RA
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
- Autoimmune arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
- Inflammatory Arthritis
- Autoimmune Arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M0579: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor of multiple sites without organ or systems involvement
- M069: Rheumatoid arthritis, unspecified
- M0609: Rheumatoid arthritis without rheumatoid factor, multiple sites
- M059: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor, unspecified
- M05741: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor of right hand without organ or systems involvement
Also known as:
- Polymyalgia Rheumatica
- Polymyalgia Rheumatica and Giant Cell Arteritis
- PMR
- Inflammatory Rheumatism
ICD-10 Codes:
- M353: Polymyalgia rheumatica
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis
- Widespread Osteoarthritis
- Osteoarthritis of both knees
- Degenerative Joint Disease
- Wear-and-Tear Arthritis
- Joint Degeneration
- Generalized Osteoarthritis
- Multiple Joint Arthritis
- Polyarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1990: Unspecified osteoarthritis, unspecified site
- M159: Polyosteoarthritis, unspecified
- M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Immune System Markers
- Unusual immune findings
- Abnormal immunology results
- Abnormal serum immunology
ICD-10 Codes:
- R768: Other specified abnormal immunological findings in serum
Also known as:
- Age-Related Osteoporosis
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Senile Osteoporosis
- Primary Osteoporosis
- Bone Thinning from Aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
Also known as:
- Fibromyalgia
- Widespread pain syndrome
- Chronic muscle pain
- Fibromyositis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M797: Fibromyalgia
Also known as:
- Psoriatic Arthritis
- Psoriasis
- Psoriatic joint inflammation
- Arthritis with psoriasis
- Psoriasis-related joint pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- L4050: Arthropathic psoriasis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Joint Pain
- Joint Disorder
- Pain
- Arthralgia
- Aching joints
- Sore joints
ICD-10 Codes:
- M2550: Pain in unspecified joint
Also known as:
- Gout in multiple joints
- Gout
- Gouty Arthritis
- Metabolic Arthritis
- Uric Acid Arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1A09X0: Idiopathic chronic gout, multiple sites, without tophus (tophi)
Also known as:
- Takayasu Arteritis
- Vasculitis
- Aortic Arch Syndrome
- Pulseless Disease
- Large Vessel Vasculitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M314: Aortic arch syndrome [Takayasu]
Also known as:
- Lupus
- Systemic lupus erythematosus
- SLE
- Disseminated lupus erythematosus
ICD-10 Codes:
- M329: Systemic lupus erythematosus, unspecified
Also known as:
- High ESR Blood Test
- Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate (ESR)
- Elevated Sed Rate
- Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate
- High Inflammatory Marker
ICD-10 Codes:
- R700: Elevated erythrocyte sedimentation rate
Also known as:
- Sjogren's Syndrome
- Sjögren syndrome
- Sjogren Syndrome
- Sjögren's Disease
- Autoimmune Dry Eye Syndrome
- Dry Mouth Syndrome
ICD-10 Codes:
- M3500: Sjogren syndrome, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Allem perform as a Rheumatologist?
As a Rheumatologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Kavitta Allem may include:
- Abnormal ANA Testing
- Arthrocentesis
- Denosumab Injection
- Joint Aspiration
- Joint Injections
- Rheumatology Consultation
- Rheumatology Follow Up
- Viscosupplement Injections
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Allem's office.
Does Dr. Allem accept my insurance?
Dr. Allem accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (919) 235-6450 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Allem accept in Oceanside, CA?
Dr. Allem in Oceanside, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
All Other Territories
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Centene
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
HealthComp
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Allem's office located?
Dr. Kavitta Allem's Practice 3
10010 Falls of Neuse Rd Ste 106
Raleigh, NC 27614
(919) 235-6450
What is Dr. Allem's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Allem's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1588891022.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Allem?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Allem
What is Dr. Kavitta Allem's specialty?
Dr. Allem is a Rheumatologist near Oceanside, CA. An internist specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common sports injuries, and collagen-related diseases. Contact Dr. Allem to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Kavitta Allem affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Allem is affiliated with Scripps Green Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Rheumatologist?
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Is Kavitta Allem accepting new patients in Oceanside, CA?
Yes, Dr. Kavitta Allem is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kavitta Allem offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Allem's office at (919) 235-6450 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kavitta Allem?
Please contact Dr. Allem's office at (919) 235-6450 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Kavitta Allem have?
Dr. Kavitta Allem is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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