Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Pena, Internist in Chula Vista, CA?
Dr. Jose Pena, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Chula Vista, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Pena graduated from Universidad Central Del Caribe and completed his residency at St Vincent'S Hsp & M C-Ny, Geriatric Medicine-Internal Medicine; St Vincent'S Hsp & M C-Ny, Internal Medicine. He is a member of the AMERICAN COLLEGE OF PHYSICIANS, AMERICAN GERIATRIC SOCIETY, and AMERICAN MEDICAL ASSOCIATION. Dr. Pena is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pena’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pena’s office at (619) 691-1766.
Where did Dr. Pena go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: St Vincent's Hospital & Medical Center, New York, Geriatric Medicine | St. Vincent Health Center | GERIATRIC MEDICINE, ST. VINCENT'S HOSPITAL, NEW YORK, NY | INTERNAL MEDICINE, ST. VINCENT'S HOSPITAL, NEW YORK, NY
Residency: St Vincent'S Hsp & M C-Ny, Geriatric Medicine-Internal Medicine; St Vincent'S Hsp & M C-Ny, Internal Medicine | Saint Vincent Catholic Medical Centers | St. Vincent Health Center | Saint Vincent Catholic Medical Centers | OMNEE/Carilion Clinic Program
Medical School: Central University of The Caribbean / School of Medicine | Universidad Central Del Caribe
What languages does Dr. Pena speak?
Dr. Pena and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Pena treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Pena 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. Pena. 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
- Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
- Hyperosmolar Hyperglycemic State
- High Blood Sugar Crisis
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
- E1100: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperosmolarity without nonketotic hyperglycemic-hyperosmolar coma (NKHHC)
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:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease
- Heart Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiomyopathy
- Heart Problems from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I119: Hypertensive heart disease without heart failure
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- B Vitamins
- Pernicious Anemia
- B12 Anemia
- Cobalamin Deficiency Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D510: Vitamin B12 deficiency anemia due to intrinsic factor deficiency
Also known as:
- COPD
- COPD Flare-Up
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Bronchitis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Chest cold
- Inflammation of bronchial tubes
- Acute bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J40: Bronchitis, not specified as acute or chronic
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:
- Acute Bladder Infection
- Bladder Disease
- Acute Cystitis
- Sudden Bladder Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N3000: Acute cystitis without hematuria
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
- Spinal Stenosis
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Lumbar Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
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
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Pena perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Jose Pena 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
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Pena's office.
Does Dr. Pena accept my insurance?
Dr. Pena accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 691-1766 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pena accept in Chula Vista, CA?
Dr. Pena in Chula Vista, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
OptumRx
Other Health Care Provider
Other Support Agencies/Consultants
Scripps Health
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Where is Dr. Pena's office located?
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
AMERICAN COLLEGE OF PHYSICIANS
Member
AMERICAN GERIATRIC SOCIETY
Member
AMERICAN MEDICAL ASSOCIATION
Member
What is Dr. Pena's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pena's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1437170008.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pena?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pena
What is Dr. Jose Pena's specialty?
Dr. Pena is a Internist near Chula Vista, CA.
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.
Contact Dr. Pena to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Jose Pena affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Pena is affiliated with Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Jose Pena accepting new patients in Chula Vista, CA?
Yes, Dr. Jose Pena is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jose Pena offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pena's office at (619) 691-1766 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jose Pena?
Please contact Dr. Pena's office at (619) 691-1766 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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