Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Arabo, Internist in La Mesa, CA?
Dr. Rafid Arabo, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in La Mesa, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Arabo graduated from University of Baghdad College of Medicine and completed his residency at Providence Hospital and Medical Centers Program. Dr. Arabo is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Arabo’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Arabo’s office at (619) 740-6000.
Where did Dr. Arabo go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Providence Hospital and Medical Centers Program
Medical School: University of Baghdad College of Medicine
Is Dr. Arabo board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Rafid Arabo, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Arabo speak?
Dr. Arabo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Arabo typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Arabo 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. Arabo. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Hypertensive Urgency
- High Blood Pressure
- High Blood Pressure Urgency
- Urgent High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I160: Hypertensive urgency
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
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
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Arabo typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Rafid Arabo may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Arabo's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Arabo accept my insurance?
Dr. Arabo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 740-6000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Arabo accept in La Mesa, CA?
Dr. Arabo in La Mesa, 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
Community Health Group
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Other Health Care Provider
Sharp HealthCare
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Arabo's office located?
Dr. Rafid Arabo's Primary Practice
5555 Grossmont Center Dr
La Mesa, CA 91942
(619) 740-6000
What is Dr. Arabo's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Arabo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1902928260.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Arabo?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Arabo
What is Dr. Rafid Arabo's specialty?
Dr. Arabo is a Internist near La Mesa, CA.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Rafid Arabo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Arabo is affiliated with Sharp Grossmont Hospital, Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center, 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
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Is Rafid Arabo accepting new patients in La Mesa, CA?
Yes, Dr. Rafid Arabo is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rafid Arabo offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Arabo's office at (619) 740-6000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rafid Arabo?
Please contact Dr. Arabo's office at (619) 740-6000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Rafid Arabo have?
Dr. Rafid Arabo is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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