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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Novales, Family Medicine Specialist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Michelle Novales, DO is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Novales is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Novales’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Novales’s office at (619) 516-6606.
What languages does Dr. Novales speak?
Dr. Novales and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Novales typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Novales 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. Novales. 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:
- Personal Choice Not to Vaccinate
- Vaccine Refusal
- Patient Declined Vaccination
- Unvaccinated by Choice
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z2820: Immunization not carried out because of patient decision for unspecified reason
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
Also known as:
- General Health Screening
- Health Screening
- Routine Check-up
- Preventive Health Exam
- Wellness Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z139: Encounter for screening, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Epidermal Cyst
- Skin Condition
- Sebaceous Cyst
- Keratin Cyst
- Epidermoid Cyst
ICD-10 Codes:
- L720: Epidermal cyst
Also known as:
- Screening for Other Viral Disease
- Health Screening
- Other Viral Infection Screening
- Miscellaneous Virus Test
- Non-COVID Viral Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1159: Encounter for screening for other viral diseases
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Novales typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Novales 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. Novales. 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:
- Removal of Non-Cancerous Skin Growth (1.1-2.0 cm)
- Benign Skin Lesion Excision
- Skin Tumor Removal (Benign)
- Mole Removal (Non-Cancerous)
CPT Codes:
- 11402: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), trunk, arms or legs; excised diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm
Does Dr. Novales accept my insurance?
Dr. Novales accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 516-6606 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Novales accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Novales 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
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Novales' office located?
Dr. Michelle Novales' Primary Practice
4405 Vandever Ave
San Diego, CA 92120
(619) 516-6606
What is Dr. Novales's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Novales's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1326332701.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Novales?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Novales
What is Dr. Michelle Novales's specialty?
Dr. Novales 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. Michelle Novales affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Novales 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
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Is Michelle Novales accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Michelle Novales is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michelle Novales offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Novales's office at (619) 516-6606 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michelle Novales?
Please contact Dr. Novales's office at (619) 516-6606 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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