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Dr. Katrina Deleon, MD

Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Internist

La Jolla, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Deleon, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in La Jolla, CA?

    Dr. Katrina Deleon, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in La Jolla, CA. Dr. Deleon is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Deleon’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Deleon’s office at (858) 554-6158.

    What languages does Dr. Deleon speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Deleon typically treat?

    As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Deleon 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. Deleon. 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:

    • Systolic Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure with Reduced Ejection Fraction
    • HFrEF
    • Pumping Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I5020: Unspecified systolic (congestive) heart failure

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Brain disease (encephalopathy)
    • Brain Disease
    • Brain disorder
    • Brain dysfunction
    • Encephalopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified

    What procedures does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Deleon typically perform?

    As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Katrina Deleon may include:

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

    Does Dr. Deleon accept my insurance?

    Dr. Deleon accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 554-6158 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Deleon accept in La Jolla, CA?

    Dr. Deleon in La Jolla, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Territories

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • HealthRight Group

    • Humana

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Scripps Health

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    Where is Dr. Deleon's office located?

    2nd

    10666 N Torrey Pines Rd Fl 2

    La Jolla, CA 92037

    (858) 554-6158

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

    Dr. Deleon's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1013250778.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Deleon?

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

    What is Dr. Katrina Deleon's specialty?

    Dr. Deleon is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist near La Jolla, CA.

    What does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist do?

    An internist or family medicine physician with expertise in the aging process and specialized skills in diagnosing, treating, preventing, and managing illnesses in the elderly. This specialist provides care for geriatric patients in various settings, including the home, office, nursing homes, and hospitals.

    Is Dr. Katrina Deleon affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Deleon is affiliated with Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas 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 Geriatric Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Geriatric 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 Dr. Katrina Deleon accepting new patients in La Jolla, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Katrina Deleon is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Katrina Deleon offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Deleon's office at (858) 554-6158 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Katrina Deleon?

    Please contact Dr. Deleon's office at (858) 554-6158 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Deleon's office located?

    Dr. Deleon's office is located in La Jolla, CA.