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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Zhong, Neurocritical Care Specialist in La Mesa, CA?
Dr. Charlotte Zhong, DO is a Neurocritical Care Specialist, who primarily practices in La Mesa, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Zhong is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Zhong’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Zhong’s office at (323) 442-5710.
What languages does Dr. Zhong speak?
Dr. Zhong and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Neurocritical Care Specialist like Dr. Zhong typically treat?
As a Neurocritical Care Specialist, Dr. Zhong 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. Zhong. 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:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Transient Ischemic Attack
- Mini-Stroke
- Warning Stroke
ICD-10 Codes:
- G459: Transient cerebral ischemic attack, unspecified
What procedures does a Neurocritical Care Specialist like Dr. Zhong typically perform?
As a Neurocritical Care Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Charlotte Zhong may include:
- Aging Brain (Neuropsychological Testing)
- Cortical Basal Ganglionic Degeneration (CBGD)
- Deep Brain Stimulation
- Disturbance of Skin Sensation
- Electroencephalogram (EEG)
- Evoked Potential Testing
- Gait Simulation
- Greater Occipital Nerve (GON) Block
Please contact Dr. Zhong's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Zhong accept my insurance?
Dr. Zhong accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (323) 442-5710 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Zhong accept in La Mesa, CA?
Dr. Zhong 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
Community Health Group
Federal government of the United States
Medicaid
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Sharp HealthCare
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Zhong's office located?
Dr. Charlotte Zhong's Primary Practice
5555 Grossmont Center Dr
La Mesa, CA 91942
(323) 442-5710
What is Dr. Zhong's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Zhong's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1346604493.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Zhong?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Zhong
What is Dr. Charlotte Zhong's specialty?
Dr. Zhong is a Neurocritical Care Specialist near La Mesa, CA.
What does a Neurocritical Care Specialist do?
Neurocritical Care is a medical subspecialty which is focused on the comprehensive, multisystem care of critically ill neurological patients. Primary responsibility of Neurointensivists is coordinating both the neurological and overall medical management of their patients in the ICU. Additionally they may also offer consultative services for these patients within the broader health system as needed.
Is this Dr. Charlotte Zhong affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Zhong is affiliated with Sharp Grossmont Hospital, Sharp Coronado Hospital, Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego, Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente San Diego Medical Center, Scripps Green Hospital 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 Neurocritical Care Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Charlotte Zhong accepting new patients in La Mesa, CA?
Yes, Dr. Charlotte Zhong is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Charlotte Zhong offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Zhong's office at (323) 442-5710 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Charlotte Zhong?
Please contact Dr. Zhong's office at (323) 442-5710 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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