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Dr. Joseph Mizzell, MD

La Jolla, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Mizzell, Critical Care Internist in La Jolla, CA?

    Dr. Joseph Mizzell, MD is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in La Jolla, CA. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Mizzell graduated from University of South Carolina School of Medicine. Dr. Mizzell is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mizzell’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mizzell’s office at (858) 625-7200.

    Where did Dr. Mizzell go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: University of South Carolina | University of South Carolina School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Mizzell board certified in Critical Care Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Joseph Mizzell, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Mizzell speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Mizzell treat?

    As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Mizzell 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. Mizzell. 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:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute Respiratory Failure
    • Acute Respiratory Failure with High Carbon Dioxide
    • Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
    • Sudden lung failure
    • Acute breathing failure
    • Rapid onset respiratory failure
    • Sudden lung failure with high CO2
    • Hypercapnic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypercapnia
    • Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
    • Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
    • J9602: Acute respiratory failure with hypercapnia
    • J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Cardiogenic Shock
    • Shock
    • Heart-related shock
    • Cardiac shock
    • Circulatory collapse from heart
    • Circulatory Collapse
    • Systemic Shock
    • Unspecified Shock

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R570: Cardiogenic shock
    • R579: Shock, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Hemorrhagic Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia
    • Brain Bleed
    • Cerebral Hemorrhage
    • Intracranial Hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
    • I609: Nontraumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pleural Effusion
    • Pleural Disorder
    • Fluid in lungs
    • Water on the lung
    • Fluid around lungs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
    • Heart Attack
    • Myocardial Infarction
    • Non-STEMI
    • Less Severe Heart Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    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:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sudden Cardiac Arrest
    • Heart stops beating
    • Cardiopulmonary arrest

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I469: Cardiac arrest, cause unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Anemia from Sudden Blood Loss
    • Anemia
    • Acute Blood Loss Anemia
    • Post-Hemorrhagic Anemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D62: Acute posthemorrhagic anemia

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Narrowed Aortic Valve
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Aortic Valve Stenosis
    • Tight Aortic Valve

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COPD Flare-Up
    • COPD
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation

    Which procedures does Dr. Mizzell perform as a Critical Care Internist?

    As a Critical Care Internist, procedures performed by a Dr. Joseph Mizzell may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Mizzell's office.

    Does Dr. Mizzell accept my insurance?

    Dr. Mizzell accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 625-7200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Mizzell 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

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other Support Agencies/Consultants

    • Sharp Health Plan

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Mizzell's office located?

    Dr. Joseph Mizzell's Primary Practice

    9888 Genesee Ave

    La Jolla, CA 92037

    (858) 625-7200

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

    Dr. Mizzell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1356480347.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mizzell?

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

    What is Dr. Joseph Mizzell's specialty?

    Dr. Mizzell is a Critical Care Internist near La Jolla, CA. An internist specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and support of patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may hold administrative responsibilities within intensive care units and plays a key role in facilitating and coordinating patient care among primary physicians, critical care staff, and other specialists. Contact Dr. Mizzell to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Joseph Mizzell affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Mizzell is affiliated with Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla 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

    Where can I learn more about Critical Care Internist?

    Explore Critical Care Internist with 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 Joseph Mizzell accepting new patients in La Jolla, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Joseph Mizzell is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Joseph Mizzell offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Mizzell's office at (858) 625-7200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Joseph Mizzell?

    Please contact Dr. Mizzell's office at (858) 625-7200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Joseph Mizzell have?

    Dr. Joseph Mizzell is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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