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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Thayer, Internist in National City, CA?
Dr. Karisa Thayer, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in National City, CA. Dr. Thayer is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Thayer’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Thayer’s office at (310) 327-1357.
What languages does Dr. Thayer speak?
Dr. Thayer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Thayer typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Thayer 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. Thayer. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- General Counseling Services
- Personal Counseling
- Life Coaching
- Support Services
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7189: Other specified counseling
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) Screening
- Health Screening
- STD screening
- Sexual health check
- Venereal disease test
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z113: Encounter for screening for infections with a predominantly sexual mode of transmission
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Thayer typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Karisa Thayer may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Thayer's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Thayer accept my insurance?
Dr. Thayer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 327-1357 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Thayer accept in National City, CA?
Dr. Thayer in National City, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Other Health Care Provider
Other Support Agencies/Consultants
Sharp HealthCare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Thayer's office located?
What is Dr. Thayer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Thayer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1558765941.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Thayer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Thayer
What is Dr. Karisa Thayer's specialty?
Dr. Thayer is a Internist near National City, CA.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Karisa Thayer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Thayer is affiliated with Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center, Sharp Memorial Hospital, Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego, 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Karisa Thayer accepting new patients in National City, CA?
Yes, Dr. Karisa Thayer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Karisa Thayer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Thayer's office at (310) 327-1357 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Karisa Thayer?
Please contact Dr. Thayer's office at (310) 327-1357 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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