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Dr. James Wesley, MD

Dr. James Wesley, MD

San Diego, CA

42 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Wesley, Family Medicine Specialist in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. James Wesley, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 42 years and is board certified. Dr. Wesley graduated from Life University College of Chiropractic and completed his residency at Arrowhead Reg Med Ctr, Family Medicine; Umdnj-R W Johnson Med Sch, Family Medicine. Dr. Wesley is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wesley’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wesley’s office at (619) 528-5000.

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

    • Residency: Arrowhead Reg Med Ctr, Family Medicine; Umdnj-R W Johnson Med Sch, Family Medicine | Arrowhead Reg Med Center

    • Medical School: University Of Ottawa- Fac Of Med- Ottawa- Ont- Canada | Life University College of Chiropractic

    Is Dr. Wesley board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. James Wesley, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Wesley speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Wesley typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Wesley 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. Wesley. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Personal Choice Not to Vaccinate
    • Patient Refused Vaccination
    • Vaccine Refusal
    • Patient Declined Vaccination
    • Unvaccinated by Choice
    • Vaccine refusal
    • Refusal to vaccinate
    • Immunization refusal

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z2820: Immunization not carried out because of patient decision for unspecified reason
    • Z2821: Immunization not carried out because of patient refusal

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    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:

    • 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. Wesley typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. James Wesley may include:

    Please contact Dr. Wesley's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Wesley accept my insurance?

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

    Dr. Wesley 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

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Wesley's office located?

    Dr. James Wesley's Primary Practice

    4647 Zion Ave

    San Diego, CA 92120

    (619) 528-5000

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    Dr. James Wesley's Practice 2

    3875 Avocado Blvd

    La Mesa, CA 91941

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    Dr. James Wesley's Practice 3

    8080 Parkway Dr

    La Mesa, CA 91942

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

    Dr. Wesley's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1033267935.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wesley?

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

    What is Dr. James Wesley's specialty?

    Dr. Wesley 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. James Wesley affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Wesley is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente San Diego Medical Center 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

    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 James Wesley accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?

    Yes, Dr. James Wesley is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. James Wesley offer online booking?

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

    How can I make an appointment with James Wesley?

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

    Which board certifications does Dr. James Wesley have?

    Dr. James Wesley is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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