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Who is Dr. Charestan, Family Medicine Specialist in El Cajon, CA?
Dr. Ammar Charestan, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in El Cajon, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Charestan is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Charestan’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Charestan’s office at (619) 446-1575.
What languages does Dr. Charestan speak?
Dr. Charestan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does Dr. Charestan treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Charestan 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. Charestan. 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:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Heart and Lung Symptoms
- Heart Disease
- Lung Disease
- Cardiopulmonary symptoms
- Unusual heart and breathing signs
- Circulatory-respiratory issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0989: Other specified symptoms and signs involving the circulatory and respiratory systems
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Urinary and Genital Symptoms
- Urine and Urination
- Genitourinary signs
- Urogenital symptoms
- Reproductive and urinary issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R399: Unspecified symptoms and signs involving the genitourinary system
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Acute Cough
- Cough
- Sudden cough
- Short-term cough
- New cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Throat irritation
ICD-10 Codes:
- R051: Acute cough
- R058: Other specified cough
Also known as:
- Skin Rash
- Rashes
- Skin Eruption
- Hives
- Dermatitis
- Skin Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- R21: Rash and other nonspecific skin eruption
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Eye Disorder
- Various Eye Conditions
- Miscellaneous Eye Problems
- Uncommon Eye Disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5789: Other specified disorders of eye and adnexa
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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Elevated Blood Pressure
- High Blood Pressure
- High Blood Pressure Reading
- Prehypertension
- Borderline High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- R030: Elevated blood-pressure reading, without diagnosis of hypertension
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Painful Urination
- Urine and Urination
- Dysuria
- Burning when peeing
- Stinging during urination
ICD-10 Codes:
- R300: Dysuria
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Which procedures does Dr. Charestan perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Ammar Charestan 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. Charestan's office.
Does Dr. Charestan accept my insurance?
Dr. Charestan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 446-1575 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Charestan accept in El Cajon, CA?
Dr. Charestan in El Cajon, 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
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Inland Empire
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Charestan's office located?
Dr. Ammar Charestan's Primary Practice
1625 E Main St Ste 100
El Cajon, CA 92021
(619) 446-1575
What is Dr. Charestan's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Charestan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1295181543.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Charestan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Charestan
What is Dr. Ammar Charestan's specialty?
Dr. Charestan is a Family Medicine Specialist near El Cajon, 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. Charestan to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Ammar Charestan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Charestan is affiliated with Sharp Grossmont Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Ammar Charestan accepting new patients in El Cajon, CA?
Yes, Dr. Ammar Charestan is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ammar Charestan offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Charestan's office at (619) 446-1575 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ammar Charestan?
Please contact Dr. Charestan's office at (619) 446-1575 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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