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Dr. Nhan Vuong, MD

Hospitalist, Internist

San Diego, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Vuong, Hospitalist in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Nhan Vuong, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA. Dr. Vuong is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vuong’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vuong’s office at (619) 471-9186.

    What languages does Dr. Vuong speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Vuong typically treat?

    As a Hospitalist, Dr. Vuong 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. Vuong. 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:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    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:

    • Sickle Cell Disease with Crisis
    • Sickle Cell Disease
    • Sickle Cell Anemia Crisis
    • Sickle Cell Pain Crisis
    • Vaso-Occlusive Crisis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D5700: Hb-SS disease with crisis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
    • Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
    • GI Bleeding
    • Internal Digestive Bleeding
    • Digestive Tract Hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    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:

    • Changes in Mental State
    • Mental Disorder
    • Confusion
    • Disorientation
    • Changes in awareness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified

    What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Vuong typically perform?

    As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Nhan Vuong may include:

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

    Does Dr. Vuong accept my insurance?

    Dr. Vuong accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 471-9186 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Vuong accept in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Vuong in San Diego, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • HealthRight Group

    • Humana

    • Inland Empire Health Plan

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • OptumRx Administered Payer

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Vuong's office located?

    Dr. Nhan Vuong's Primary Practice

    200 W Arbor Dr

    San Diego, CA 92103

    (619) 471-9186

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

    Dr. Vuong's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1194169573.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vuong?

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

    What is Dr. Nhan Vuong's specialty?

    Dr. Vuong is a Hospitalist near San Diego, CA.

    What does a Hospitalist do?

    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.

    Is Dr. Nhan Vuong affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Vuong 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

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    Is Dr. Nhan Vuong accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Nhan Vuong is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Nhan Vuong offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Vuong's office at (619) 471-9186 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Nhan Vuong?

    Please contact Dr. Vuong's office at (619) 471-9186 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Vuong's office located?

    Dr. Vuong's office is located in San Diego, CA.