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Who is Dr. Song, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Michael Song, MD, PHD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in La Jolla, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Song is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Song’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Song’s office at (858) 554-3200.
What languages does Dr. Song speak?
Dr. Song and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Song treat?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Song 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. Song. 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:
- Brain Blood Vessel Disease
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Cerebrovascular Disorder
- Brain Circulation Problem
- Brain Vascular Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- I679: Cerebrovascular disease, unspecified
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Systolic Heart Failure
- Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
- Heart Failure with Reduced Ejection Fraction
- HFrEF
- Pumping Heart Failure
- Long-term Diastolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFpEF
- Ongoing Filling Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
- I5020: Unspecified systolic (congestive) heart failure
- I5032: Chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Hip Fracture
- Right Hip Fracture
- Fractures
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Broken Hip
- Femur Neck Fracture
- Proximal Femur Fracture
- Thigh Bone Fracture
- Right Femur Fracture
- Thigh Bone Break
- Hip Bone Fracture
ICD-10 Codes:
- S72002D: Fracture of unspecified part of neck of left femur, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing
- S72141D: Displaced intertrochanteric fracture of right 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:
- 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:
- One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
- Paralysis
- Stroke
- Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
- Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
- Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
- Hemiparesis after brain infarction
ICD-10 Codes:
- I69354: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting left non-dominant side
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
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
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:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
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:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
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:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Which procedures does Dr. Song perform as a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Michael Song may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Song's office.
Does Dr. Song accept my insurance?
Dr. Song accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 554-3200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Song accept in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Song in La Jolla, 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
Blue Shield of California
Centene
Medicare
Molina
Mutual of Omaha
Other Support Agencies/Consultants
Scan Health Plan
Scripps Health
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Song's office located?
Dr. Michael Song's Primary Practice
10666 N Torrey Pines Rd
La Jolla, CA 92037
(858) 554-3200
What is Dr. Song's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Song's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1437537859.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Song?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Song
What is Dr. Michael Song's specialty?
Dr. Song 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. Song to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Michael Song affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Song 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 Michael Song accepting new patients in La Jolla, CA?
Yes, Dr. Michael Song is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Song offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Song's office at (858) 554-3200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Song?
Please contact Dr. Song's office at (858) 554-3200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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