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Who is Dr. Dembo-Smeaton, Family Medicine Specialist in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Elena Dembo-Smeaton, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in La Jolla, CA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Dembo-Smeaton graduated from St Petersburg I P Pavlov Med University and completed her residency at North Central Tx Med Fndn. Dr. Dembo-Smeaton is fluent in English and Russian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dembo-Smeaton’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dembo-Smeaton’s office at (858) 450-5900.
Where did Dr. Dembo-Smeaton go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: North Central Tx Med Fndn | North Central Tx Med Fndn, Family Medicine | North Central Texas Medical Foundation Program
Medical School: First Leningrad Medical Institue | St Petersburg I P Pavlov Med University | Saint Petersburg State University Faculty of Medicine
Is Dr. Dembo-Smeaton board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Elena Dembo-Smeaton, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Dembo-Smeaton speak?
Dr. Dembo-Smeaton and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Russian
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Dembo-Smeaton typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Dembo-Smeaton 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. Dembo-Smeaton. 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 here.
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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- General Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- General Health Check
- Disease Screening
- Medical Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder
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:
- 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:
- Cervical Cancer Screening
- HPV and Pap Test Results
- Pap Test
- HPV Test
- Cervical Smear
- Early Cervical Cancer Detection
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z124: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of cervix
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Dembo-Smeaton typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Elena Dembo-Smeaton may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Dembo-Smeaton's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Dembo-Smeaton accept my insurance?
Dr. Dembo-Smeaton accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 450-5900 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Dembo-Smeaton accept in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Dembo-Smeaton in La Jolla, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
Other Support Agencies/Consultants
Scripps Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Dembo-Smeaton's office located?
Dr. Elena Dembo-Smeaton's Primary Practice
8950 Villa La Jolla Dr Ste C129
La Jolla, CA 92037
(858) 450-5900
What is Dr. Dembo-Smeaton's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Dembo-Smeaton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1184795296.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dembo-Smeaton?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Dembo-Smeaton
What is Dr. Elena Dembo-Smeaton's specialty?
Dr. Dembo-Smeaton is a Family Medicine Specialist near La Jolla, 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. Elena Dembo-Smeaton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Dembo-Smeaton is affiliated with Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, Scripps Green Hospital, Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego, Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas 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 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 Elena Dembo-Smeaton accepting new patients in La Jolla, CA?
Yes, Dr. Elena Dembo-Smeaton is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Elena Dembo-Smeaton offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Dembo-Smeaton's office at (858) 450-5900 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Elena Dembo-Smeaton?
Please contact Dr. Dembo-Smeaton's office at (858) 450-5900 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Elena Dembo-Smeaton have?
Dr. Elena Dembo-Smeaton is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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