Dr. Ken Makovsky
San Diego, CA
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Makovsky, Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Ken Makovsky is a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Makovsky is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Makovsky’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Makovsky’s office at (872) 231-3162.
What languages does Dr. Makovsky speak?
Dr. Makovsky and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) like Dr. Makovsky typically treat?
As a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), Dr. Makovsky 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. Makovsky. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Unsteadiness on Feet
- Walking Problems
- Feeling Unsteady
- Balance Problems
- Dizziness While Standing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R2681: Unsteadiness on feet
Also known as:
- Obesity
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- Excess Weight
- Being Overweight
- High BMI
ICD-10 Codes:
- E669: Obesity, unspecified
Also known as:
- Muscle Wasting in Multiple Areas
- Muscle Disorder
- Generalized Muscle Atrophy
- Widespread Muscle Loss
- Muscle Shrinkage in Multiple Sites
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6259: Muscle wasting and atrophy, not elsewhere classified, multiple sites
Also known as:
- Right Hip Pain
- Left Hip Pain
- Hip Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Sore Right Hip
- Right Hip Ache
- Right Hip Discomfort
- Sore Left Hip
- Left Hip Ache
- Left Hip Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25551: Pain in right hip
- M25552: Pain in left hip
Also known as:
- Generalized Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Overall Body Weakness
- Widespread Muscle Weakness
- Systemic Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)
What procedures does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) like Dr. Makovsky typically perform?
As a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), procedures performed by Dr. Ken Makovsky may include:
Please contact Dr. Makovsky's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Makovsky accept my insurance?
Dr. Makovsky accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (872) 231-3162 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Makovsky accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Makovsky in San Diego, 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 Territories
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
Other Support Agencies/Consultants
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Makovsky's office located?
What is Dr. Makovsky's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Makovsky's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1720442494.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Makovsky?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Makovsky
What is Dr. Ken Makovsky's specialty?
Dr. Makovsky is a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) near San Diego, CA.
What does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) do?
A physician specializing in general practice is focused on diagnosing, treating, and managing patients with a wide range of illnesses and conditions.
Is this Dr. Ken Makovsky affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Makovsky is affiliated with Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas, Jacobs Medical Center At Uc San Diego Health, 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 Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner)?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Ken Makovsky accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Ken Makovsky is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ken Makovsky offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Makovsky's office at (872) 231-3162 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ken Makovsky?
Please contact Dr. Makovsky's office at (872) 231-3162 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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