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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Medina, Family Medicine Specialist in San Ysidro, CA?
Dr. Alexander Medina, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in San Ysidro, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Medina is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Medina’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Medina’s office at (619) 662-4100.
What languages does Dr. Medina speak?
Dr. Medina and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Medina typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Medina 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. Medina. 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:
- General Counseling Services
- Personal Counseling
- Life Coaching
- Support Services
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7189: Other specified counseling
Also known as:
- Depression Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Prediabetes
- Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
- Borderline diabetes
- Insulin resistance
- High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7303: Prediabetes
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Nutrition Counseling
- Nutrition
- Dietary advice
- Nutritional guidance
- Healthy eating counseling
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z713: Dietary counseling and surveillance
Also known as:
- Exercise Counseling
- Fitness Coaching
- Physical Activity Guidance
- Exercise Prescription
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7182: Exercise counseling
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Medina typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Alexander Medina may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Medina's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Medina accept my insurance?
Dr. Medina accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 662-4100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Medina accept in San Ysidro, CA?
Dr. Medina in San Ysidro, 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
Blue Shield of California
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Other Health Care Provider
Other Support Agencies/Consultants
Sharp HealthCare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Medina's office located?
Dr. Alexander Medina's Primary Practice
4004 Beyer Blvd
San Ysidro, CA 92173
(619) 662-4100
What is Dr. Medina's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Medina's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1467714436.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Medina?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Medina
What is Dr. Alexander Medina's specialty?
Dr. Medina is a Family Medicine Specialist near San Ysidro, 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. Alexander Medina affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Medina is affiliated with Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center, Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego, Sharp Memorial Hospital, Sharp Grossmont 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
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. Explore 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 Alexander Medina accepting new patients in San Ysidro, CA?
Yes, Dr. Alexander Medina is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alexander Medina offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Medina's office at (619) 662-4100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alexander Medina?
Please contact Dr. Medina's office at (619) 662-4100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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