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Dr. Fariha Esmail, MD

San Diego, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Esmail, Hospitalist in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Fariha Esmail, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Esmail is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Esmail’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Esmail’s office at (619) 528-5000.

    What languages does Dr. Esmail speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Esmail treat?

    As a Hospitalist, Dr. Esmail 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. Esmail. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    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

    Which procedures does Dr. Esmail perform as a Hospitalist?

    As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by a Dr. Fariha Esmail may include:

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

    Does Dr. Esmail accept my insurance?

    Dr. Esmail 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. Esmail accept in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Esmail 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

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Esmail's office located?

    Dr. Fariha Esmail's Primary Practice

    4647 Zion Ave

    San Diego, CA 92120

    (619) 528-5000

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    Dr. Fariha Esmail's Practice 2

    9455 Clairemont Mesa Blvd

    San Diego, CA 92123

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    Dr. Fariha Esmail's Practice 3

    6401 N Federal Hwy

    Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308

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

    Dr. Esmail's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1720212210.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Esmail?

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

    What is Dr. Fariha Esmail's specialty?

    Dr. Esmail is a Hospitalist near San Diego, CA. Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays. Contact Dr. Esmail to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Fariha Esmail affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Esmail 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 Hospitalist?

    Explore Hospitalist 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 Fariha Esmail accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Fariha Esmail is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Fariha Esmail offer online booking?

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

    How can I make an appointment with Fariha Esmail?

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

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