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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hickman, Family Medicine Specialist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Robert Hickman, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Hickman is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hickman’s office.
Is Dr. Hickman board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Robert Hickman, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Hickman speak?
Dr. Hickman and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Hickman typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Hickman 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. Hickman. 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:
- 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:
- Cardiovascular Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- Heart Disease Screening
- Vascular Disease Check
- Cardiac Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z136: Encounter for screening for cardiovascular disorders
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) Screening
- Health Screening
- STD screening
- Sexual health check
- Venereal disease test
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z113: Encounter for screening for infections with a predominantly sexual mode of transmission
Also known as:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Hickman typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Robert Hickman may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Hickman's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Hickman accept my insurance?
Dr. Hickman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hickman accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Hickman 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 Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Scripps Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Hickman's office located?
Dr. Robert Hickman's Primary Practice
4505 La Jolla Village Dr Ste C5
San Diego, CA 92122
What is Dr. Hickman's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hickman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1952473779.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hickman?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hickman
What is Dr. Robert Hickman's specialty?
Dr. Hickman 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. Robert Hickman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hickman is affiliated with Jacobs Medical Center At Uc San Diego Health 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 Robert Hickman accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Robert Hickman is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Robert Hickman offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hickman's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Robert Hickman?
Please contact Dr. Hickman's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Robert Hickman have?
Dr. Robert Hickman is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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