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Dr. Yelena Bekkerman-Donner, MD

Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist

San Diego, CA

20 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Bekkerman-Donner, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Yelena Bekkerman-Donner, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 20 years. Dr. Bekkerman-Donner is fluent in English and Russian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bekkerman-Donner’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bekkerman-Donner’s office at (619) 528-5000.

    Where did Dr. Bekkerman-Donner go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: Lugansk State Med University

    What languages does Dr. Bekkerman-Donner speak?

    Dr. Bekkerman-Donner and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • Russian

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

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

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • General Health Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Routine Check-up
    • Preventive Health Exam
    • Wellness Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z139: Encounter for screening, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Personal Choice Not to Vaccinate
    • Vaccine Refusal
    • Patient Declined Vaccination
    • Unvaccinated by Choice

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z2820: Immunization not carried out because of patient decision for unspecified reason

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

    As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Yelena Bekkerman-Donner may include:

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

    Does Dr. Bekkerman-Donner accept my insurance?

    Dr. Bekkerman-Donner accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 528-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Bekkerman-Donner accept in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Bekkerman-Donner in San Diego, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Bekkerman-Donner's office located?

    Dr. Yelena Bekkerman-Donner's Primary Practice

    3250 Fordham St

    San Diego, CA 92110

    (619) 528-5000

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    Dr. Yelena Bekkerman-Donner's Practice 2

    4647 Zion Ave

    San Diego, CA 92120

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    What hospitals are Dr. Bekkerman-Donner affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Bekkerman-Donner has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Kaiser Permanente San Marcos Medical Center,San Marcos, CA
    Moreno Valley Medical Center,Moreno Valley, CA

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

    Dr. Bekkerman-Donner's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1396936480.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bekkerman-Donner?

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

    What is Dr. Yelena Bekkerman-Donner's specialty?

    Dr. Bekkerman-Donner is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near San Diego, 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. Yelena Bekkerman-Donner affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Bekkerman-Donner is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente San Diego Medical Center 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 Dr. Yelena Bekkerman-Donner accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Yelena Bekkerman-Donner is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Yelena Bekkerman-Donner offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Bekkerman-Donner's office at (619) 528-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Yelena Bekkerman-Donner?

    Please contact Dr. Bekkerman-Donner's office at (619) 528-5000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Bekkerman-Donner's office located?

    Dr. Bekkerman-Donner's office is located in San Diego, CA.