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Dr. Andrew Busby, MD

Dr. Andrew Busby, MD

San Diego, CA

22 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Busby, Internist in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Andrew Busby, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Busby graduated from University of Cambridge / School of Clinical Medicine and completed his residency at Va Greater La Hlthcare Sys, Internal Medicine. Dr. Busby is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Busby’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Busby’s office at (619) 528-5000.

    Where did Dr. Busby go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Va Greater La Hlthcare Sys, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: University Of Cambridge- Sch Of Cli Med- Cambridge | University of Cambridge / School of Clinical Medicine

    Is Dr. Busby board certified in Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Andrew Busby, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Busby speak?

    Dr. Busby and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Busby treat?

    As a Internist, Dr. Busby 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. Busby. 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:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure

    Which procedures does Dr. Busby perform as a Internist?

    As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Andrew Busby may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Busby's office.

    Does Dr. Busby accept my insurance?

    Dr. Busby accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 528-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Busby accept in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Busby 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

    • Community Health Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Health Plan of San Joaquin

    • Humana

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

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    Where is Dr. Busby's office located?

    Dr. Andrew Busby's Primary Practice

    4647 Zion Ave

    San Diego, CA 92120

    (619) 528-5000

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    Dr. Andrew Busby's Practice 2

    9455 Clairemont Mesa Blvd

    San Diego, CA 92123

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    What is Dr. Busby's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Busby's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1356418115.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Busby?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Busby

    What is Dr. Andrew Busby's specialty?

    Dr. Busby is a Internist near San Diego, CA.

    A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

    Contact Dr. Busby to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Andrew Busby affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Busby 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

    Where can I learn more about Internist?

    Explore Internist with 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 Andrew Busby accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Andrew Busby is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Andrew Busby offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Busby's office at (619) 528-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Andrew Busby?

    Please contact Dr. Busby's office at (619) 528-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Andrew Busby have?

    Dr. Andrew Busby is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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