26 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ghassemi, Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Majid Ghassemi, MD is an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified. Dr. Ghassemi graduated from University of Minnesota Med School and completed his residency at Ucla Med Ctr/Ucla D Geffen Sch, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology; Lutheran Hosp-La Crosse, Internal Medicine. Dr. Ghassemi is fluent in English and Persian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ghassemi’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ghassemi’s office at (619) 528-5000.
Where did Dr. Ghassemi go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Ucla Med Ctr/Ucla D Geffen Sch, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology; Lutheran Hosp-La Crosse, Internal Medicine | Harbor-UCLA Medical Center
Medical School: University of Mn Med Sch-Minneapolis, Minneapolis Mn | University of Minnesota Med School
Is Dr. Ghassemi board certified as an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist?
Yes, Dr. Majid Ghassemi, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Pathology
What languages does Dr. Ghassemi speak?
Dr. Ghassemi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Persian
What conditions does an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist like Dr. Ghassemi typically treat?
As an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, Dr. Ghassemi 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. Ghassemi. 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
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:
- Prediabetes
- Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
- Borderline diabetes
- Insulin resistance
- High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7303: Prediabetes
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:
- Other Specific Healthcare Encounters
- Special Medical Visits
- Unusual Doctor Appointments
- Healthcare for Unique Situations
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7689: Persons encountering health services in other specified circumstances
Also known as:
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
- Drug level testing
- Medication monitoring
- Therapeutic drug management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring
Also known as:
- Asymptomatic HIV Infection
- HIV
- HIV positive without symptoms
- Latent HIV infection
- HIV carrier
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z21: Asymptomatic human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] infection status
What procedures does an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist like Dr. Ghassemi typically perform?
As an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, procedures performed by Dr. Majid Ghassemi may include:
- Ancillary Testing
- Blood Sample
- Blood Smear
- Blood Sugar / Plasma Glucose Test
- Bone Pathology
- Chemical Pathology Consultation
- Chemical Pathology Follow Up
- Electrolyte Test / PH Imbalance
Please contact Dr. Ghassemi's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ghassemi accept my insurance?
Dr. Ghassemi 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. Ghassemi accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Ghassemi 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
Apex Healthcare
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
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Where is Dr. Ghassemi's office located?
What is Dr. Ghassemi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ghassemi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1578612834.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ghassemi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ghassemi
What is Dr. Majid Ghassemi's specialty?
Dr. Ghassemi is a Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist near San Diego, CA.
What does an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist do?
A pathologist focuses on the causes and nature of diseases, contributing to diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment by applying knowledge from biological, chemical, and physical sciences in the laboratory. They utilize microscopic examinations of tissue specimens, cells, and body fluids, along with clinical laboratory tests on fluids and secretions, to diagnose, exclude, or monitor diseases.
Is this Dr. Majid Ghassemi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ghassemi is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente San Diego Medical Center, Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego, Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center, Jacobs Medical Center At Uc San Diego Health, Sharp Memorial Hospital, Tri-City Medical Center 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 an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist. 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 Majid Ghassemi accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Majid Ghassemi is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Majid Ghassemi offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ghassemi's office at (619) 528-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Majid Ghassemi?
Please contact Dr. Ghassemi's office at (619) 528-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Majid Ghassemi have?
Dr. Majid Ghassemi is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and American Board of Pathology.
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