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Who is Dr. Salem, Diagnostic Radiologist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Nelly Salem, MD is a Diagnostic Radiologist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Salem is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Salem’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Salem’s office at (650) 723-4000.
What languages does Dr. Salem speak?
Dr. Salem and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does Dr. Salem treat?
As a Diagnostic Radiologist, Dr. Salem 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. Salem. 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:
- 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:
- Abnormal Breast Imaging Results
- Mammography
- Inconclusive mammogram
- Unclear breast scan results
- Abnormal breast scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- R928: Other abnormal and inconclusive findings on diagnostic imaging 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:
- Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammogram
- Breast Exam
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1239: Encounter for other screening for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Single Nontoxic Thyroid Nodule
- Thyroid Disease
- Benign Thyroid Nodule
- Solitary Thyroid Nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
- E041: Nontoxic single thyroid nodule
Also known as:
- Breast Pain
- Breast Disease
- Mastalgia
- Tender Breasts
- Sore Breasts
ICD-10 Codes:
- N644: Mastodynia
Also known as:
- Breast Lump
- Lump in Right Breast
- Breast Disease
- Breast mass
- Breast lesion
- Palpable breast mass
- Right breast mass
- Right breast lesion
- Right breast nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
- N630: Unspecified lump in unspecified breast
- N6310: Unspecified lump in the right breast, unspecified quadrant
Also known as:
- Other Personal Health Risks
- Other health risk factors
- Specific personal risks
- Individual health concerns
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z9189: Other specified personal risk factors, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Calcium Spots on Mammogram
- Mammography
- Breast calcifications
- Mammogram calcifications
- Calcium deposits in breast
ICD-10 Codes:
- R921: Mammographic calcification found on diagnostic imaging of breast
Also known as:
- Family History of Breast Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- Family History
- Hereditary breast cancer risk
- Genetic predisposition to breast cancer
- Breast cancer in the family
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z803: Family history of malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Breast Cancer
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50919: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of unspecified female breast
Also known as:
- Acute Cough
- Cough
- Sudden cough
- Short-term cough
- New cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R051: Acute cough
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Neck Lump or Swelling
- Neck Mass
- Bump on Neck
- Neck Nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
- R221: Localized swelling, mass and lump, neck
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Nontoxic Multinodular Goiter
- Thyroid Disease
- Multinodular Goiter
- Lumpy Enlarged Thyroid
ICD-10 Codes:
- E042: Nontoxic multinodular goiter
Also known as:
- Personal History of Breast Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- Past breast cancer
- Previous mammary malignancy
- History of breast tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z853: Personal history of malignant neoplasm of breast
Which procedures does Dr. Salem perform as a Diagnostic Radiologist?
As a Diagnostic Radiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Nelly Salem may include:
- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA) Screening
- Abdominal Imaging
- Abdominal Radiology Consultation
- Angiography
- Arthrography
- Barium Swallow
- Bone Biopsy
- Bone Density Measurement / DXA Scan
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Salem's office.
Does Dr. Salem accept my insurance?
Dr. Salem accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 723-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Salem accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Salem 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
Community Health Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
HealthComp
Kaiser Permanente
Scripps Health
Sharp Health Plan
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Salem's office located?
What is Dr. Salem's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Salem's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1366698284.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Salem?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Salem
What is Dr. Nelly Salem's specialty?
Dr. Salem is a Diagnostic Radiologist near San Diego, CA. A radiologist is a medical doctor who specializes in using imaging technologies to diagnose, manage, and treat various medical conditions. Radiologists typically focus on Diagnostic Radiology, Interventional Radiology, or Radiation Oncology, and may also obtain certifications in a range of subspecialties, such as neuroradiology, musculoskeletal radiology, or pediatric radiology. Additionally, board certifications are available in Medical Physics, which ensures the safe and effective use of radiation in imaging and treatment. Radiologists collaborate with other healthcare professionals to interpret imaging results and help guide patient care decisions. Contact Dr. Salem to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Nelly Salem affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Salem is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Diagnostic Radiologist?
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Is Nelly Salem accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Nelly Salem is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nelly Salem offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Salem's office at (650) 723-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nelly Salem?
Please contact Dr. Salem's office at (650) 723-4000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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