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Dr. Tricia Valenzuela, MD

San Diego, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Valenzuela, Family Medicine Specialist in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Tricia Valenzuela, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Valenzuela is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Valenzuela’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Valenzuela’s office at (619) 515-2381.

    What languages does Dr. Valenzuela speak?

    Dr. Valenzuela and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Valenzuela treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Valenzuela 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. Valenzuela. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Routine Blood Pressure Check (Normal Findings)
    • Vital Signs
    • Normal BP reading
    • Blood pressure screening, all clear
    • Healthy blood pressure check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0130: Encounter for examination of blood pressure without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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

    Also known as:

    • Opioid Abuse
    • Opioid Dependence
    • Opioids and Opioid Use Disorder (OUD)
    • Prescription Drug Misuse
    • Opioid addiction
    • Opioid misuse
    • Drug abuse (opioids)
    • Problem opioid use
    • Opioid use disorder
    • OUD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F1110: Opioid abuse, uncomplicated
    • F1120: Opioid dependence, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Healthy Weight Child (BMI 5th-85th percentile)
    • Body Weight
    • Normal BMI for child
    • Child healthy weight
    • Pediatric normal weight

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z6852: Body mass index [BMI] pediatric, 5th percentile to less than 85th percentile for age

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    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:

    • Diabetes Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Blood Sugar Test
    • Diabetes Mellitus Screening
    • Glucose Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z131: Encounter for screening for diabetes mellitus

    Also known as:

    • Nutrition Counseling
    • Nutrition
    • Dietary advice
    • Nutritional guidance
    • Healthy eating counseling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z713: Dietary counseling and surveillance

    Also known as:

    • Exercise Counseling
    • Fitness Coaching
    • Physical Activity Guidance
    • Exercise Prescription

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7182: Exercise counseling

    Also known as:

    • Obese Child (BMI at or above 95th percentile)
    • Body Weight
    • Childhood obesity
    • Pediatric high BMI
    • Overweight child BMI

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z6854: Body mass index [BMI] pediatric, 95th percentile for age to less than 120% of the 95th percentile for age

    Also known as:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Obesity
    • Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
    • Excess Weight
    • Being Overweight
    • High BMI

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E669: Obesity, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Prediabetes
    • Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
    • Borderline diabetes
    • Insulin resistance
    • High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7303: Prediabetes

    Also known as:

    • Routine Gynecological Exam (Normal Findings)
    • Women's Health Checkup
    • Women's checkup, all clear
    • Pelvic exam, normal results
    • OB/GYN visit, no issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01419: Encounter for gynecological examination (general) (routine) without abnormal findings

    Which procedures does Dr. Valenzuela perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Tricia Valenzuela may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Valenzuela's office.

    Does Dr. Valenzuela accept my insurance?

    Dr. Valenzuela accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 515-2381 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Valenzuela accept in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Valenzuela in San Diego, 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

    • Beacon Health Options

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene

    • Community Health Group

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • SGS North America Inc

    • State of Tennessee

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    Where is Dr. Valenzuela's office located?

    Dr. Tricia Valenzuela's Primary Practice

    5454 El Cajon Blvd

    San Diego, CA 92115

    (619) 515-2381

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    Dr. Tricia Valenzuela's Practice 2

    823 Gateway Center Way

    San Diego, CA 92102

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    Dr. Tricia Valenzuela's Practice 3

    525 E Main St

    El Cajon, CA 92020

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    What is Dr. Valenzuela's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Valenzuela's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1346776358.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Valenzuela?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Valenzuela

    What is Dr. Tricia Valenzuela's specialty?

    Dr. Valenzuela is a Family Medicine Specialist near San Diego, CA. 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. Contact Dr. Valenzuela to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Tricia Valenzuela affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Valenzuela is affiliated with Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego, Sharp Grossmont Hospital, Jacobs Medical Center at UC San Diego Health, Scripps Green Hospital, Sharp Memorial Hospital, Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center 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

    Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Family Medicine Specialist with 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 Tricia Valenzuela accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Tricia Valenzuela is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Tricia Valenzuela offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Valenzuela's office at (619) 515-2381 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Tricia Valenzuela?

    Please contact Dr. Valenzuela's office at (619) 515-2381 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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