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Who is Dr. Salamanca, Family Medicine Specialist in Oceanside, CA?
Dr. Omar Salamanca, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Oceanside, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Salamanca is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Salamanca’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Salamanca’s office at (661) 845-3731.
What languages does Dr. Salamanca speak?
Dr. Salamanca and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Salamanca typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Salamanca 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. Salamanca. 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Adult BMI 28.0-28.9
- Body Weight
- Overweight BMI
- Adult pre-obesity BMI
- Higher than normal BMI
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6828: Body mass index [BMI] 28.0-28.9, adult
Also known as:
- Severe Obesity
- Body Weight
- Obesity
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- High Body Mass Index
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z684: Body mass index [BMI] 40 or greater, adult
Also known as:
- Overweight
- Body Weight
- High Body Mass Index
- Excess Weight
- Weight Management Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6829: Body mass index [BMI] 29.0-29.9, adult
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Salamanca typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Omar Salamanca may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Salamanca's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Salamanca accept my insurance?
Dr. Salamanca accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (661) 845-3731 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Salamanca accept in Oceanside, CA?
Dr. Salamanca in Oceanside, 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 Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Community Health Group
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Other Health Care Provider
Other Support Agencies/Consultants
State of California
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Salamanca's office located?
Dr. Omar Salamanca's Primary Practice
605 Crouch St Bldg C
Oceanside, CA 92054
(661) 845-3731
What is Dr. Salamanca's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Salamanca's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1083000947.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Salamanca?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Salamanca
What is Dr. Omar Salamanca's specialty?
Dr. Salamanca is a Family Medicine Specialist near Oceanside, 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. Omar Salamanca affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Salamanca is affiliated with Tri-City Medical Center, Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas, Palomar Medical Center Escondido 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
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Omar Salamanca accepting new patients in Oceanside, CA?
Yes, Dr. Omar Salamanca is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Omar Salamanca offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Salamanca's office at (661) 845-3731 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Omar Salamanca?
Please contact Dr. Salamanca's office at (661) 845-3731 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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