RA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Asfar, Rheumatologist in Chula Vista, CA?
Dr. Rafid Asfar, MD is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in Chula Vista, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Asfar is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Asfar’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Asfar’s office at (708) 229-4164.
What languages does Dr. Asfar speak?
Dr. Asfar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does Dr. Asfar treat?
As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Asfar 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. Asfar. 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:
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- RA
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
- Autoimmune arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M0579: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor of multiple sites without organ or systems involvement
- M059: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor, unspecified
- M0609: Rheumatoid arthritis without rheumatoid factor, multiple sites
- M069: Rheumatoid arthritis, unspecified
- M0600: Rheumatoid arthritis without rheumatoid factor, unspecified site
Also known as:
- Primary Generalized Osteoarthritis
- Osteoarthritis
- Widespread Osteoarthritis
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Erosive Osteoarthritis
- Primary Widespread Arthritis
- Idiopathic Generalized Osteoarthritis
- Generalized Degenerative Joint Disease
- Degenerative Joint Disease
- Wear-and-Tear Arthritis
- Joint Degeneration
- Generalized Osteoarthritis
- Multiple Joint Arthritis
- Polyarthritis
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
- Erosive Arthritis
- Inflammatory Osteoarthritis
- Destructive Joint Arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M150: Primary generalized (osteo)arthritis
- M1990: Unspecified osteoarthritis, unspecified site
- M159: Polyosteoarthritis, unspecified
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
- M154: Erosive (osteo)arthritis
Also known as:
- Joint Pain
- Joint Disorder
- Pain
- Arthralgia
- Aching joints
- Sore joints
ICD-10 Codes:
- M2550: Pain in unspecified joint
Also known as:
- Lupus
- Lupus with Organ Involvement
- Systemic lupus erythematosus
- SLE
- Disseminated lupus erythematosus
- Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
- SLE Affecting Organs
- Lupus Complications
ICD-10 Codes:
- M329: Systemic lupus erythematosus, unspecified
- M3219: Other organ or system involvement in systemic lupus erythematosus
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Immune System Markers
- Unusual immune findings
- Abnormal immunology results
- Abnormal serum immunology
ICD-10 Codes:
- R768: Other specified abnormal immunological findings in serum
Also known as:
- Psoriatic Arthritis
- Psoriasis
- Psoriatic joint inflammation
- Arthritis with psoriasis
- Psoriasis-related joint pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- L4050: Arthropathic psoriasis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Polymyalgia Rheumatica
- Polymyalgia Rheumatica and Giant Cell Arteritis
- PMR
- Inflammatory Rheumatism
ICD-10 Codes:
- M353: Polymyalgia rheumatica
Also known as:
- Fibromyalgia
- Widespread pain syndrome
- Chronic muscle pain
- Fibromyositis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M797: Fibromyalgia
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:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
What procedures does Dr. Asfar perform?
As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Asfar performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Asfar. 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 or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
- Major Joint Injection or Fluid Removal with Ultrasound
- Arthrocentesis
- Major Joint Aspiration
- Bursa Injection
- Joint Fluid Removal
- Ultrasound-Guided Arthrocentesis
- Shoulder Injection with Ultrasound
- Hip Aspiration with Ultrasound
- Knee Injection with Ultrasound
CPT Codes:
- 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
- 20611: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); with ultrasound guidance, with permanent recording and reporting
Does Dr. Asfar accept my insurance?
Dr. Asfar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (708) 229-4164 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Asfar accept in Chula Vista, CA?
Dr. Asfar in Chula Vista, 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
Beacon Health Options
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Blue Shield of California
Citizens Rx
Community Health Group
Medicare
Sharp Health Plan
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Asfar's office located?
Dr. Rafid Asfar's Primary Practice
765 Medical Center Ct Ste 216
Chula Vista, CA 91911
(708) 229-4164
What is Dr. Asfar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Asfar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1639468747.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Asfar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Asfar
What is Dr. Rafid Asfar's specialty?
Dr. Asfar is a Rheumatologist near Chula Vista, CA. An internist specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common sports injuries, and collagen-related diseases. Contact Dr. Asfar to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Rafid Asfar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Asfar is affiliated with Corewell Health Lakeland Hospitals St. Joseph Hospital, Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center, Stormont Vail Hospital, Sharp Coronado Hospital, Sharp Memorial Hospital, Sharp Grossmont Hospital 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
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Is Rafid Asfar accepting new patients in Chula Vista, CA?
Yes, Dr. Rafid Asfar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rafid Asfar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Asfar's office at (708) 229-4164 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rafid Asfar?
Please contact Dr. Asfar's office at (708) 229-4164 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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