Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Nguyen, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Richard Nguyen, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Nguyen graduated from University of Vermont, College of Medicine, Burlington and completed his residency at Scripps Clinic. Dr. Nguyen is fluent in English and Vietnamese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nguyen’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nguyen’s office at (619) 299-1419.
Where did Dr. Nguyen go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Scripps Clinic
Medical School: University of Vermont, College of Medicine, Burlington
What languages does Dr. Nguyen speak?
Dr. Nguyen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Vietnamese
What conditions does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Nguyen typically treat?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Nguyen 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. Nguyen. 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:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
What procedures does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Nguyen typically perform?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Nguyen performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Nguyen. 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:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Does Dr. Nguyen accept my insurance?
Dr. Nguyen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 299-1419 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nguyen accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Nguyen 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 Territories
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Community Health Group
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
HealthRight Group
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Nguyen's office located?
Dr. Richard Nguyen's Primary Practice
2810 Camino del Rio S Ste 102
San Diego, CA 92108
(619) 299-1419
What is Dr. Nguyen's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Nguyen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275724361.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nguyen?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nguyen
What is Dr. Richard Nguyen's specialty?
Dr. Nguyen is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist near San Diego, CA.
What does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist do?
An internist or family medicine physician with expertise in the aging process and specialized skills in diagnosing, treating, preventing, and managing illnesses in the elderly. This specialist provides care for geriatric patients in various settings, including the home, office, nursing homes, and hospitals.
Is this Dr. Richard Nguyen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Nguyen is affiliated with Palomar Medical Center Poway, Palomar Medical Center Escondido, Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas, Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, Banner Baywood Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente San Diego 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 Geriatric Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Richard Nguyen accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Richard Nguyen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Nguyen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nguyen's office at (619) 299-1419 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Nguyen?
Please contact Dr. Nguyen's office at (619) 299-1419 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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