NC
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Canelo, Family Medicine Specialist in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Nicholas Canelo, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in La Jolla, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Canelo is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Canelo’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Canelo’s office at (858) 554-1212.
What languages does Dr. Canelo speak?
Dr. Canelo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Canelo treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Canelo 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. Canelo. 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:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Special Medical Examination
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
- Specific health check
- Detailed medical assessment
- Special health screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
- Z0189: Encounter for other specified special examinations
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abnormal Blood Sugar
- Blood Glucose
- High blood glucose
- Low blood glucose
- Glucose intolerance
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7309: Other abnormal glucose
Also known as:
- Other Specific Abnormal Blood Chemistry Results
- Blood
- Specified Blood Chemistry Imbalance
- Unusual Blood Chemistry Findings
- Specific Blood Panel Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7989: Other specified abnormal findings of blood chemistry
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
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
Also known as:
- Other Specific B Vitamin Deficiency
- B Vitamins
- Malnutrition
- Specific B Vitamin Shortage
- Less Common B Vitamin Deficiency
- Rare B Vitamin Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E538: Deficiency of other specified B group vitamins
Also known as:
- Painful Urination
- Urine and Urination
- Dysuria
- Burning when peeing
- Stinging during urination
ICD-10 Codes:
- R300: Dysuria
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Vitamin D Deficiency
- Low Vitamin D Levels
- Lack of Vitamin D
- Hypovitaminosis D
ICD-10 Codes:
- E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified
Also known as:
- Understanding Test Results
- Test results explanation
- Medical findings review
- Diagnostic interpretation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z712: Person consulting for explanation of examination or test findings
Also known as:
- Fatigue
- Tiredness
- Lack of energy
- Exhaustion
ICD-10 Codes:
- R5383: Other fatigue
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Which procedures does Dr. Canelo perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Nicholas Canelo may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Canelo's office.
Does Dr. Canelo accept my insurance?
Dr. Canelo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 554-1212 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Canelo accept in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Canelo 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
Centene
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Sharp Health Plan
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Canelo's office located?
Dr. Nicholas Canelo's Primary Practice
9850 Genesee Ave Ste 320
La Jolla, CA 92037
(858) 554-1212
What is Dr. Canelo's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Canelo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1104209048.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Canelo?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Canelo
What is Dr. Nicholas Canelo's specialty?
Dr. Canelo is a Family Medicine Specialist near La Jolla, CA. Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care. Contact Dr. Canelo to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Nicholas Canelo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Canelo is affiliated with Jacobs Medical Center At Uc San Diego Health, Sharp Memorial 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
Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?
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Is Nicholas Canelo accepting new patients in La Jolla, CA?
Yes, Dr. Nicholas Canelo is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nicholas Canelo offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Canelo's office at (858) 554-1212 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nicholas Canelo?
Please contact Dr. Canelo's office at (858) 554-1212 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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