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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gallegos, Family Medicine Specialist in West Covina, CA?
Dr. Valerie Gallegos, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in West Covina, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Gallegos is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gallegos’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gallegos’s office at (562) 698-0811.
What languages does Dr. Gallegos speak?
Dr. Gallegos and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Gallegos typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Gallegos 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. Gallegos. 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:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical 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:
- 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:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
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:
- Other Muscle Disorder
- Muscle Disorder
- Various Muscle Conditions
- Uncommon Muscle Problems
- Specific Muscle Ailments
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6289: Other specified disorders of muscle
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Gallegos typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Valerie Gallegos may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Gallegos' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Gallegos accept my insurance?
Dr. Gallegos accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (562) 698-0811 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gallegos accept in West Covina, CA?
Dr. Gallegos in West Covina, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
City of Los Angeles
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
MoreCare
OptumRx Administered Payer
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Gallegos' office located?
Dr. Valerie Gallegos' Primary Practice
1249 S Sunset Ave
West Covina, CA 91790
(562) 698-0811
What is Dr. Gallegos's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gallegos's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1407105067.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gallegos?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gallegos
What is Dr. Valerie Gallegos's specialty?
Dr. Gallegos is a Family Medicine Specialist near West Covina, 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. Valerie Gallegos affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gallegos is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Baldwin Park Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Fontana Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Riverside Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Panorama City Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente West Los Angeles 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
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Is Valerie Gallegos accepting new patients in West Covina, CA?
Yes, Dr. Valerie Gallegos is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Valerie Gallegos offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gallegos's office at (562) 698-0811 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Valerie Gallegos?
Please contact Dr. Gallegos's office at (562) 698-0811 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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