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Dr. Faith Chisum, MD

Imperial Beach, CA

14 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Chisum, Family Medicine Specialist in Imperial Beach, CA?

    Dr. Faith Chisum, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Imperial Beach, CA. She has been practicing for over 14 years. Dr. Chisum graduated from University of California. Dr. Chisum is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chisum’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chisum’s office at (619) 429-3733.

    Where did Dr. Chisum go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: University of California

    What languages does Dr. Chisum speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Chisum typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Chisum 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. Chisum. 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:

    • Depression Screening
    • Other Mental Health Screening
    • Depression
    • Health Screening
    • Mental Health Screening
    • Depression Test
    • Mental Health Check for Depression
    • Mood Disorder Screening
    • Behavioral Disorder Screening
    • Psychological Evaluation
    • Mental Wellness Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
    • Z1339: Encounter for screening examination for other mental health and behavioral disorders

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Nutrition Counseling
    • Nutrition
    • Dietary advice
    • Nutritional guidance
    • Healthy eating counseling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z713: Dietary counseling and surveillance

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Kidney Disease
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Kidney Problems
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Nephropathy
    • Kidney Damage from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes Kidney Complications

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1121: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic nephropathy

    Also known as:

    • Patient Refused Vaccination
    • Vaccine refusal
    • Refusal to vaccinate
    • Immunization refusal

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z2821: Immunization not carried out because of patient refusal

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Chisum typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Faith Chisum may include:

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

    Does Dr. Chisum accept my insurance?

    Dr. Chisum accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 429-3733 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Chisum accept in Imperial Beach, CA?

    Dr. Chisum in Imperial Beach, 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

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other Provider Networks

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Chisum's office located?

    Dr. Faith Chisum's Primary Practice

    949 Palm Ave

    Imperial Beach, CA 91932

    (619) 429-3733

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

    Dr. Chisum's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1346432069.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chisum?

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

    What is Dr. Faith Chisum's specialty?

    Dr. Chisum is a Family Medicine Specialist near Imperial Beach, 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. Faith Chisum affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Chisum is affiliated with 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 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 Faith Chisum accepting new patients in Imperial Beach, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Faith Chisum is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Faith Chisum offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Chisum's office at (619) 429-3733 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Faith Chisum?

    Please contact Dr. Chisum's office at (619) 429-3733 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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