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Who is Dr. Salaami, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Omid Salaami, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in La Jolla, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Salaami is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Salaami’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Salaami’s office at (507) 284-2511.
What languages does Dr. Salaami speak?
Dr. Salaami and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Salaami treat?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Salaami 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. Salaami. 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:
- Joint Replacement Aftercare
- Hip Replacement
- Joint Disorder
- Knee Replacement
- Post-joint replacement care
- Joint surgery recovery
- Orthopedic aftercare
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z471: Aftercare following joint replacement surgery
Also known as:
- Other Orthopedic Aftercare
- General orthopedic recovery
- Musculoskeletal post-op care
- Bone and joint follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare
Also known as:
- Hip Fracture
- Fractures
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Broken Hip
- Femur Neck Fracture
- Proximal Femur Fracture
- Thigh Bone Fracture
ICD-10 Codes:
- S72002D: Fracture of unspecified part of neck of left femur, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing
Also known as:
- Brain disease (encephalopathy)
- Brain Disease
- Brain disorder
- Brain dysfunction
- Encephalopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hip Fracture
- Fractures
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Broken Hip
- Femur Neck Fracture
- Broken Thigh Bone (Hip Area)
ICD-10 Codes:
- S72001D: Fracture of unspecified part of neck of right femur, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing
Also known as:
- Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Long-term Diastolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFpEF
- Ongoing Filling Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5032: Chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- Broken Hip Bone
- Fractures
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Hip fracture
- Femoral neck fracture
- Broken upper thigh bone
ICD-10 Codes:
- S72002A: Fracture of unspecified part of neck of left femur, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Severe Malnutrition
- Malnutrition
- Severe Protein-Energy Malnutrition
- Starvation
- Kwashiorkor
- Marasmus
ICD-10 Codes:
- E43: Unspecified severe protein-calorie malnutrition
Also known as:
- Age-Related Osteoporosis with Fracture
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Senile osteoporosis with broken bone
- Elderly brittle bones with fracture
- Osteoporosis fracture in older adults
ICD-10 Codes:
- M8000XD: Age-related osteoporosis with current pathological fracture, unspecified site, subsequent encounter for fracture with routine healing
Which procedures does Dr. Salaami perform as a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Omid Salaami may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Salaami's office.
Does Dr. Salaami accept my insurance?
Dr. Salaami accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (507) 284-2511 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Salaami accept in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Salaami in La Jolla, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene
Medicare
OptumRx
Other Support Agencies/Consultants
Scan Health Plan
Scripps Health
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Salaami's office located?
Dr. Omid Salaami's Primary Practice
10666 N Torrey Pines Rd
La Jolla, CA 92037
(507) 284-2511
What is Dr. Salaami's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Salaami's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1518491166.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Salaami?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Salaami
What is Dr. Omid Salaami's specialty?
Dr. Salaami is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist near La Jolla, CA. 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. Contact Dr. Salaami to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Omid Salaami affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Salaami is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Geriatric Medicine Specialist?
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Is Omid Salaami accepting new patients in La Jolla, CA?
Yes, Dr. Omid Salaami is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Omid Salaami offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Salaami's office at (507) 284-2511 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Omid Salaami?
Please contact Dr. Salaami's office at (507) 284-2511 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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