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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Avalos, Hospitalist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Joseph Avalos, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA. He is board certified. Dr. Avalos graduated from University of New Mexico School of Medicine and completed his residency at LSU HEALTH SCIENCES. Dr. Avalos is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Avalos’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Avalos’s office at (619) 471-9198.
Where did Dr. Avalos go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: LSU HEALTH SCIENCES
Medical School: University of New Mexico School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Avalos speak?
Dr. Avalos and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Avalos treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Avalos 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. Avalos. 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:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Reduced Mobility
- Walking Problems
- Limited movement
- Difficulty walking
- Impaired mobility
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7409: Other reduced mobility
Also known as:
- Blood Infection
- Sepsis
- Bacteremia
- Bacteria in blood
- Bloodstream infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7881: Bacteremia
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:
- Low Sodium Levels
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Sodium
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
Which procedures does Dr. Avalos perform as a Hospitalist?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by a Dr. Joseph Avalos may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Avalos' office.
Does Dr. Avalos accept my insurance?
Dr. Avalos accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 471-9198 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Avalos accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Avalos 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
Centene
Humana
Inland Empire
Medicare
Molina
OptumRx
Other Health Care Provider
Other Provider Networks
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Where is Dr. Avalos' office located?
What is Dr. Avalos's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Avalos's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1912296971.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Avalos?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Avalos
What is Dr. Joseph Avalos's specialty?
Dr. Avalos 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. Avalos to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Joseph Avalos affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Avalos is affiliated with Jacobs Medical Center At Uc San Diego Health 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?
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Is Joseph Avalos accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Avalos is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joseph Avalos offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Avalos's office at (619) 471-9198 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joseph Avalos?
Please contact Dr. Avalos's office at (619) 471-9198 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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