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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Zhang, Hospitalist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Sue Zhang, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Zhang is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Zhang’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Zhang’s office at (858) 499-2616.
What languages does Dr. Zhang speak?
Dr. Zhang and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Zhang typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Zhang 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. Zhang. 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:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, 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:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Obesity
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- Excess Weight
- Being Overweight
- High BMI
ICD-10 Codes:
- E669: Obesity, unspecified
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Zhang typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Sue Zhang may include:
Please contact Dr. Zhang's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Zhang accept my insurance?
Dr. Zhang accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 499-2616 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Zhang accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Zhang 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 Territories
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
Community Health Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Sharp HealthCare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Zhang's office located?
Dr. Sue Zhang's Primary Practice
2929 Health Center Dr
San Diego, CA 92123
(858) 499-2616
What is Dr. Zhang's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Zhang's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1730522152.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Zhang?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Zhang
What is Dr. Sue Zhang's specialty?
Dr. Zhang 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 this Dr. Sue Zhang affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Zhang is affiliated with Sharp Memorial Hospital, Kaiser Permanente San Diego Medical Center, Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center, Sharp Grossmont Hospital, Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego, Palomar Medical Center Poway 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 a Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Sue Zhang accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Sue Zhang is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sue Zhang offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Zhang's office at (858) 499-2616 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sue Zhang?
Please contact Dr. Zhang's office at (858) 499-2616 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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