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Who is Dr. Cheatham, Gastroenterologist in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Joseph Cheatham, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in La Jolla, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Cheatham is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cheatham’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cheatham’s office at (229) 382-7120.
What languages does Dr. Cheatham speak?
Dr. Cheatham and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Cheatham treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Cheatham 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. Cheatham. 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:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Benign Ascending Colon Polyp
- Benign Transverse Colon Polyp
- Benign Cecum Polyp
- Benign Tumor
- Colonic Polyps
- Colon Polyps
- Non-cancerous ascending colon growth
- Ascending colon adenoma
- Ascending colon benign tumor
- Non-cancerous transverse colon growth
- Transverse colon adenoma
- Transverse colon benign tumor
- Non-cancerous cecum growth
- Cecal adenoma
- Cecum benign tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D122: Benign neoplasm of ascending colon
- D123: Benign neoplasm of transverse colon
- D120: Benign neoplasm of cecum
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal Polyps
- Intestinal Polyps
- Bowel Polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z86010: Personal history of colon polyps
Which procedures does Dr. Cheatham perform as a Gastroenterologist?
As a Gastroenterologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Joseph Cheatham may include:
- Colonoscopy
- Colonoscopy Consultation
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Endoscopy / Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Gastric Balloon
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Consultation
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Cheatham's office.
Does Dr. Cheatham accept my insurance?
Dr. Cheatham accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (229) 382-7120 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cheatham accept in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Cheatham 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 Health Plan
All Other Third Party
Bankers
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
HealthComp
Medicare
Scripps Health
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Cheatham's office located?
Dr. Joseph Cheatham's Primary Practice
10710 N Torrey Pines Rd
La Jolla, CA 92037
(229) 382-7120
What is Dr. Cheatham's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Cheatham's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1700948494.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cheatham?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Cheatham
What is Dr. Joseph Cheatham's specialty?
Dr. Cheatham is a Gastroenterologist near La Jolla, CA. An internist focused on diagnosing and treating disorders of the digestive system, encompassing the stomach, intestines, liver, and gallbladder. This specialist manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice, and performs intricate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to examine internal organs. Contact Dr. Cheatham to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Joseph Cheatham affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Cheatham is affiliated with Scripps Green Hospital 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 Gastroenterologist?
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Is Joseph Cheatham accepting new patients in La Jolla, CA?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Cheatham is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joseph Cheatham offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cheatham's office at (229) 382-7120 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joseph Cheatham?
Please contact Dr. Cheatham's office at (229) 382-7120 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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