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31 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Atkinson, Family Medicine Specialist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Joseph Atkinson, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified. Dr. Atkinson completed his residency at Michigan State University. Dr. Atkinson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Atkinson’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Atkinson’s office at (619) 455-0898.
Where did Dr. Atkinson go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Michigan State University
Is Dr. Atkinson board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Atkinson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Atkinson speak?
Dr. Atkinson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Atkinson typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Atkinson 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. Atkinson. 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Patient Refused Vaccination
- Personal Choice Not to Vaccinate
- Vaccine refusal
- Refusal to vaccinate
- Immunization refusal
- Vaccine Refusal
- Patient Declined Vaccination
- Unvaccinated by Choice
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z2821: Immunization not carried out because of patient refusal
- Z2820: Immunization not carried out because of patient decision for unspecified reason
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:
- Other Specific Healthcare Encounters
- Special Medical Visits
- Unusual Doctor Appointments
- Healthcare for Unique Situations
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7689: Persons encountering health services in other specified circumstances
Also known as:
- Other Chronic Pain Condition
- Chronic Pain
- Various chronic pain
- Unspecified long-term pain
- Persistent pain disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8929: Other chronic pain
Also known as:
- General Counseling Services
- Personal Counseling
- Life Coaching
- Support Services
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7189: Other specified counseling
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Atkinson typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Joseph Atkinson may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Atkinson's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Atkinson accept my insurance?
Dr. Atkinson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 455-0898 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Atkinson accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Atkinson 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Atkinson's office located?
Dr. Joseph Atkinson's Primary Practice
3250 Fordham St
San Diego, CA 92110
(619) 455-0898
What is Dr. Atkinson's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Atkinson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1851479463.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Atkinson?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Atkinson
What is Dr. Joseph Atkinson's specialty?
Dr. Atkinson is a Family Medicine Specialist near San Diego, CA.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Joseph Atkinson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Atkinson is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente San Diego Medical Center 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
When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. Explore 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 Joseph Atkinson accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Atkinson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joseph Atkinson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Atkinson's office at (619) 455-0898 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joseph Atkinson?
Please contact Dr. Atkinson's office at (619) 455-0898 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Joseph Atkinson have?
Dr. Joseph Atkinson is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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