Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Portillo, Hospitalist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Jason Portillo, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Portillo graduated from Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California and completed his residency at USC/LAC-Keck School of Medicine. Dr. Portillo is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Portillo’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Portillo’s office at (310) 257-6413.
Where did Dr. Portillo go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: USC/LAC-Keck School of Medicine
Medical School: Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California | University of South Carolina School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Portillo speak?
Dr. Portillo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Portillo typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Portillo 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. Portillo. 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:
- 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:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
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:
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- GI Bleeding
- Internal Digestive Bleeding
- Digestive Tract Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Pancreatitis
- Pancreatitis
- Sudden Pancreas Inflammation
- Acute Pancreas Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8590: Acute pancreatitis without necrosis or infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Portillo typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Jason Portillo may include:
Please contact Dr. Portillo's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Portillo accept my insurance?
Dr. Portillo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 257-6413 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Portillo accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Portillo 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)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Quest
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Portillo's office located?
Dr. Jason Portillo's Primary Practice
9455 Clairemont Mesa Blvd
San Diego, CA 92123
(310) 257-6413
What is Dr. Portillo's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Portillo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1427329176.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Portillo?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Portillo
What is Dr. Jason Portillo's specialty?
Dr. Portillo is a Hospitalist near San Diego, CA.
What does a Hospitalist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Jason Portillo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Portillo is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente San Diego Medical Center, Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas, Sharp Grossmont Hospital, Los Angeles General Medical Center, Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego 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 Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Jason Portillo accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Jason Portillo is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jason Portillo offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Portillo's office at (310) 257-6413 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jason Portillo?
Please contact Dr. Portillo's office at (310) 257-6413 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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