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Dr. Steven La Fond, MD
San Diego, CA
22 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. La Fond, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Steven La Fond, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified. Dr. La Fond graduated from University of California. Dr. La Fond is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. La Fond’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. La Fond’s office at (619) 528-5000.
Where did Dr. La Fond go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of California
Is Dr. La Fond board certified as a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Steven La Fond, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. La Fond speak?
Dr. La Fond and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. La Fond typically treat?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. La Fond 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. La Fond. 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:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Brain disease (encephalopathy)
- Brain Disease
- Brain disorder
- Brain dysfunction
- Encephalopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Left Hip Fracture
- Fractures
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Broken Hip
- Left Femur Fracture
- Thigh Bone Break
- Hip Bone Fracture
ICD-10 Codes:
- S72142D: Displaced intertrochanteric fracture of left femur, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing
Also known as:
- One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
- Paralysis
- Stroke
- Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
- Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
- Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
- Hemiparesis after brain infarction
ICD-10 Codes:
- I69354: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting left non-dominant side
What procedures does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. La Fond typically perform?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Steven La Fond may include:
Please contact Dr. La Fond's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. La Fond accept my insurance?
Dr. La Fond 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. La Fond accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. La Fond 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
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
State of California
Unknown
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Where is Dr. La Fond's office located?
What is Dr. La Fond's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. La Fond's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1942369517.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. La Fond?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. La Fond
What is Dr. Steven La Fond's specialty?
Dr. La Fond is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist near San Diego, CA.
What does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist do?
An internist or family medicine physician with expertise in the aging process and specialized skills in diagnosing, treating, preventing, and managing illnesses in the elderly. This specialist provides care for geriatric patients in various settings, including the home, office, nursing homes, and hospitals.
Is this Dr. Steven La Fond affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. La Fond 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
When to see a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Steven La Fond accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Steven La Fond is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Steven La Fond offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. La Fond's office at (619) 528-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Steven La Fond?
Please contact Dr. La Fond's office at (619) 528-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Steven La Fond have?
Dr. Steven La Fond is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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