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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
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 1 additional practice location. Dr. Song is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Song’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare 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 a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Song typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
- Heart Failure with Reduced Ejection Fraction
- HFrEF
- Pumping Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
- I5020: Unspecified systolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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
What procedures does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Song typically perform?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Song 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. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Skin Substitute Graft (Small Wound)
- Artificial Skin Graft
- Wound Skin Replacement
- Bioengineered Skin Application
CPT Codes:
- 15271: Application of skin substitute graft to trunk, arms, legs, total wound surface area up to 100 sq cm; first 25 sq cm or less wound surface area
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 Corporation
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Mutual of Omaha
Other Support Agencies/Consultants
Scripps Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Song's office located?
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.
What does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Michael Song affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Song is affiliated with Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas, Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego, Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla 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 Geriatric Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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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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