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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Palma Lima, Internist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Marina Palma Lima, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Palma Lima is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Palma Lima’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Palma Lima’s office at (619) 515-2474.
What languages does Dr. Palma Lima speak?
Dr. Palma Lima and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Palma Lima typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Palma Lima 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. Palma Lima. 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.
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:
- 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Palma Lima typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Marina Palma Lima 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
Please contact Dr. Palma Lima's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Palma Lima accept my insurance?
Dr. Palma Lima accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 515-2474 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Palma Lima accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Palma Lima 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
Blue Shield of California
Community Health Group
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of California
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Palma Lima's office located?
Dr. Marina Palma Lima's Primary Practice
1809 National Ave
San Diego, CA 92113
(619) 515-2474
What is Dr. Palma Lima's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Palma Lima's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1750746053.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Palma Lima?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Palma Lima
What is Dr. Marina Palma Lima's specialty?
Dr. Palma Lima is a Internist near San Diego, CA.
What does an Internist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Marina Palma Lima affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Palma Lima is affiliated with Sharp Grossmont Hospital, Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego, Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center, Sharp Memorial 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Internist. 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 Marina Palma Lima accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Marina Palma Lima is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Marina Palma Lima offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Palma Lima's office at (619) 515-2474 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Marina Palma Lima?
Please contact Dr. Palma Lima's office at (619) 515-2474 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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