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Dr. Paula Mesarwi, MD

Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist

La Jolla, CA

18 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Mesarwi, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in La Jolla, CA?

    Dr. Paula Mesarwi, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in La Jolla, CA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 18 years and is board certified. Dr. Mesarwi is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mesarwi’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mesarwi’s office at (858) 534-7079.

    Is Dr. Mesarwi board certified as a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Paula Mesarwi, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Mesarwi speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Mesarwi typically treat?

    As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Mesarwi 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. Mesarwi. 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:

    • Cancer pain
    • Cancer--Living with Cancer
    • Pain
    • Cancer Pain
    • Cancer Pain (PDQ)
    • Pain from cancer
    • Tumor pain
    • Neoplasm pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G893: Neoplasm related pain (acute) (chronic)

    What procedures does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Mesarwi typically perform?

    As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Paula Mesarwi may include:

    Please contact Dr. Mesarwi's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Mesarwi accept my insurance?

    Dr. Mesarwi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 534-7079 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Mesarwi accept in La Jolla, CA?

    Dr. Mesarwi in La Jolla, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Territories

    • Centene Corporation

    • Humana

    • Inland Empire Health Plan

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • OptumRx Administered Payer

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Sharp HealthCare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Mesarwi's office located?

    Dr. Paula Mesarwi's Primary Practice

    3855 Health Sciences Dr

    La Jolla, CA 92093

    (858) 534-7079

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    Dr. Paula Mesarwi's Practice 2

    200 W Arbor Dr

    San Diego, CA 92103

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

    Dr. Mesarwi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1073722021.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mesarwi?

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

    What is Dr. Paula Mesarwi's specialty?

    Dr. Mesarwi is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near La Jolla, CA.

    What does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist do?

    An internal medicine physician with specialized knowledge in preventing and relieving the suffering of patients dealing with life-limiting illnesses. They work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to improve quality of patient's life by addressing the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of both the patient and their family throughout the disease's progression, during the dying process, and in bereavement support for the family. They are trained to assess patients suffering with advanced disease, provide relief from distressing symptoms, to coordinate between interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues, patient and family-centered care in various settings, utilizing specialized care systems like hospice, managing care for imminently dying patients, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care.

    Is Dr. Paula Mesarwi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Mesarwi is affiliated with Jacobs Medical Center At Uc San Diego Health 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

    When to see a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - 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 Dr. Paula Mesarwi accepting new patients in La Jolla, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Paula Mesarwi is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Paula Mesarwi offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Mesarwi's office at (858) 534-7079 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Paula Mesarwi?

    Please contact Dr. Mesarwi's office at (858) 534-7079 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Mesarwi's office located?

    Dr. Mesarwi's offices are located in La Jolla, CA and San Diego, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Paula Mesarwi have?

    Dr. Paula Mesarwi is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.