Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ballon-Landa, Infectious Disease Specialist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Gonzalo Ballon-Landa, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Ballon-Landa graduated from Northwestern University The Feinberg School of Medicine and completed his residency at Evanston Northwestern Healthcare. Dr. Ballon-Landa is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ballon-Landa’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ballon-Landa’s office at (619) 238-1443.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Ballon-Landa?
Dr. Gonzalo Ballon-Landa, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Infectious Disease Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Ballon-Landa empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in HIV/AIDS, Hospital Acquired Infections, Travel Medicine, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the San Diego, CA community, Dr. Ballon-Landa is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Ballon-Landa go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Evanston Northwestern Healthcare | UCSD-Kaiser San Diego
Medical School: Northwestern University The Feinberg School of Medicine
Is Dr. Ballon-Landa board certified as an Infectious Disease Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Gonzalo Ballon-Landa, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Ballon-Landa speak?
Dr. Ballon-Landa and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Ballon-Landa typically treat?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Ballon-Landa 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. Ballon-Landa. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Blood Infection
- Sepsis
- Bacteremia
- Bacteria in blood
- Bloodstream infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7881: Bacteremia
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:
- Cellulitis of Left Lower Limb
- Cellulitis
- Left Leg Skin Infection
- Bacterial Left Leg Infection
- Spreading Left Leg Infection
- Bacterial Skin Infection
- Leg Skin Infection
- Spreading Skin Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- L03116: Cellulitis of left lower limb
- L03115: Cellulitis of right lower limb
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- HIV
- Human Immunodeficiency Virus
- AIDS virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Ballon-Landa typically perform?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Gonzalo Ballon-Landa may include:
- Epidemiology Consultation
- Epidemiology Follow Up
- HIV / AIDS Consultation
- HIV / AIDS Follow Up
- Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccine
- Infection Follow Up
- Lumbar Puncture
- Pertussis Vaccine
Please contact Dr. Ballon-Landa's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ballon-Landa accept my insurance?
Dr. Ballon-Landa accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 238-1443 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ballon-Landa accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Ballon-Landa in San Diego, 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
Centene Corporation
Community Health Group
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Ballon-Landa's office located?
Dr. Gonzalo Ballon-Landa's Primary Practice
4136 Bachman Pl
San Diego, CA 92103
(619) 238-1443
What is Dr. Ballon-Landa's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ballon-Landa's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1326266081.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ballon-Landa?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ballon-Landa
What is Dr. Gonzalo Ballon-Landa's specialty?
Dr. Ballon-Landa is a Infectious Disease Specialist near San Diego, CA.
What does an Infectious Disease Specialist do?
An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.
Is this Dr. Gonzalo Ballon-Landa affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ballon-Landa is affiliated with Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego, Sharp Grossmont 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
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Is Gonzalo Ballon-Landa accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Gonzalo Ballon-Landa is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gonzalo Ballon-Landa offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ballon-Landa's office at (619) 238-1443 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gonzalo Ballon-Landa?
Please contact Dr. Ballon-Landa's office at (619) 238-1443 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Gonzalo Ballon-Landa have?
Dr. Gonzalo Ballon-Landa is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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