Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Armisen, Family Medicine Specialist in Auburn, CA?
Dr. Valeska Armisen, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Auburn, CA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Armisen graduated from Ruth and Bruce Rappaport Faculty of Medicine and completed her residency at Univ S Ca Sch Of Med, Family Practice. She is a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians. Dr. Armisen is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Armisen’s practice accepts Medicare, Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Armisen’s office.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Armisen?
Dr. Valeska Armisen, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Family Medicine 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. Armisen empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Primary Care, Underserved Community Health, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Auburn, CA community, Dr. Armisen is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Armisen go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ S Ca Sch Of Med, Family Practice | University of Southern California (USC) Affiliated Hospitals | Univ S Ca Sch Of Med, Family Practice
Medical School: Technion-Israel Inst Of Tech- Fac Of Med- Haifa- Israel | Ruth and Bruce Rappaport Faculty of Medicine
Is Dr. Armisen board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Valeska Armisen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Armisen speak?
Dr. Armisen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Armisen typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Armisen 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. Armisen. 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 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Other Specific B Vitamin Deficiency
- B Vitamins
- Malnutrition
- Specific B Vitamin Shortage
- Less Common B Vitamin Deficiency
- Rare B Vitamin Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E538: Deficiency of other specified B group vitamins
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Chronic Pain Condition
- Chronic Pain
- Various chronic pain
- Unspecified long-term pain
- Persistent pain disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8929: Other chronic pain
Also known as:
- Obesity
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- 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
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Armisen typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Valeska Armisen may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Armisen's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Armisen accept my insurance?
Dr. Armisen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Armisen accept in Auburn, CA?
Dr. Armisen in Auburn, 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Armisen's office located?
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
American Academy of Family Physicians
Member
What is Dr. Armisen's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Armisen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1649476243.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Armisen?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Armisen
What is Dr. Valeska Armisen's specialty?
Dr. Armisen is a Family Medicine Specialist near Auburn, CA.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Valeska Armisen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Armisen is affiliated with Sutter Auburn Faith Hospital, Sutter Roseville Medical Center, Stanford Health Care - Valleycare, Marshall Hospital, Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento, Sutter Solano 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
When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. 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 Valeska Armisen accepting new patients in Auburn, CA?
Yes, Dr. Valeska Armisen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Valeska Armisen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Armisen's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Valeska Armisen?
Please contact Dr. Armisen's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Valeska Armisen have?
Dr. Valeska Armisen is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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