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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
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. Dr. Charestan is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Charestan’s practice accepts Medicare 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 a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Charestan typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- General Health Screening
- General Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- Routine Check-up
- Preventive Health Exam
- Wellness Screening
- General Health Check
- Disease Screening
- Medical Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z139: Encounter for screening, unspecified
- Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder
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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Depression Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Charestan typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Ammar Charestan may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Charestan's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
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
Federal government of the United States
Inland Empire Health Plan
Jefferson Health
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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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.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Ammar Charestan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Charestan is affiliated with Palomar Medical Center Escondido, Palomar Medical Center Poway, Sharp Grossmont Hospital, Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego 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 Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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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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