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Dr. Jose Cesena, MD

Dr. Jose Cesena, MD

San Diego, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Cesena, Internist in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Jose Cesena, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Cesena completed his residency at Alameda Co Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Cesena is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cesena’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cesena’s office at (619) 528-5000.

    Where did Dr. Cesena go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Alameda Co Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Alameda Co Med Center | Alameda County Medical Center

    • Medical School: University of Ca, San Diego, Sch of Med, La Jolla Ca

    Is Dr. Cesena board certified in Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Jose Cesena, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Cesena speak?

    Dr. Cesena and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Cesena treat?

    As a Internist, Dr. Cesena 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. Cesena. 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:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • General Health Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Routine Check-up
    • Preventive Health Exam
    • Wellness Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z139: Encounter for screening, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Bacterial Infection
    • Bacterial disease
    • Germ infection
    • Bacterial illness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A499: Bacterial infection, unspecified

    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:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Other Chronic Pain Condition
    • Chronic Pain
    • Various chronic pain
    • Unspecified long-term pain
    • Persistent pain disorders

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8929: Other chronic pain

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Skin Disorder
    • Skin Condition
    • Skin Problem
    • Dermatological Condition
    • Skin Ailment

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L989: Disorder of the skin and subcutaneous tissue, unspecified

    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:

    • Tuberculosis Screening
    • TB test
    • PPD test
    • Tuberculosis exposure check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z111: Encounter for screening for respiratory tuberculosis

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Cesena perform as a Internist?

    As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Jose Cesena may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Cesena's office.

    Does Dr. Cesena accept my insurance?

    Dr. Cesena 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. Cesena accept in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Cesena 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

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

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    Where is Dr. Cesena's office located?

    Dr. Jose Cesena's Primary Practice

    4647 Zion Ave

    San Diego, CA 92120

    (619) 528-5000

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    Dr. Jose Cesena's Practice 2

    3875 Avocado Blvd

    La Mesa, CA 91941

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    Dr. Jose Cesena's Practice 3

    8080 Parkway Dr

    La Mesa, CA 91942

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    What is Dr. Cesena's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Cesena's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1982752788.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cesena?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Cesena

    What is Dr. Jose Cesena's specialty?

    Dr. Cesena is a Internist near San Diego, CA.

    A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

    Contact Dr. Cesena to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Jose Cesena affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Cesena is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente San Diego Medical Center, Jacobs Medical Center at UC San Diego Health 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

    Where can I learn more about Internist?

    Explore Internist with 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 Jose Cesena accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Jose Cesena is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Jose Cesena offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Cesena's office at (619) 528-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Jose Cesena?

    Please contact Dr. Cesena's office at (619) 528-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Jose Cesena have?

    Dr. Jose Cesena is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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