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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Bhalrhu, Family Medicine Specialist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Puneet Bhalrhu, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Bhalrhu is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bhalrhu’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bhalrhu’s office at (858) 554-1212.
What languages does Dr. Bhalrhu speak?
Dr. Bhalrhu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Bhalrhu typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Bhalrhu 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. Bhalrhu. 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:
- 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
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:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Painful Urination
- Urine and Urination
- Dysuria
- Burning when peeing
- Stinging during urination
ICD-10 Codes:
- R300: Dysuria
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Bhalrhu typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Puneet Bhalrhu may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Bhalrhu's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Bhalrhu accept my insurance?
Dr. Bhalrhu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 554-1212 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bhalrhu accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Bhalrhu in San Diego, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
OptumRx Administered Payer
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Bhalrhu's office located?
Dr. Puneet Bhalrhu's Primary Practice
3900 5th Ave Ste 110
San Diego, CA 92103
(858) 554-1212
What is Dr. Bhalrhu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bhalrhu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1174962898.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bhalrhu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bhalrhu
What is Dr. Puneet Bhalrhu's specialty?
Dr. Bhalrhu 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. Puneet Bhalrhu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bhalrhu is affiliated with Jacobs Medical Center At Uc San Diego Health, Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego, Sharp Grossmont Hospital, Sharp Coronado Hospital, Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, Sharp Memorial Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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
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Is Puneet Bhalrhu accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Puneet Bhalrhu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Puneet Bhalrhu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bhalrhu's office at (858) 554-1212 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Puneet Bhalrhu?
Please contact Dr. Bhalrhu's office at (858) 554-1212 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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