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Dr. Jessica Cruz Whitley
Chula Vista, CA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Cruz Whitley, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in Chula Vista, CA?
Dr. Jessica Cruz Whitley is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Chula Vista, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Cruz Whitley is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cruz Whitley’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cruz Whitley’s office at (619) 421-3361.
What languages does Dr. Cruz Whitley speak?
Dr. Cruz Whitley and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Cruz Whitley typically treat?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Cruz Whitley 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. Cruz Whitley. 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:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 2 (Mild)
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3b
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3a
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 2
- Mild Chronic Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- N182: Chronic kidney disease, stage 2 (mild)
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
What procedures does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Cruz Whitley typically perform?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Jessica Cruz Whitley may include:
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Consultation
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Follow Up
- Palliative Care
- Palliative Chemotherapy
- Pediatric Palliative Care
Please contact Dr. Cruz Whitley's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Cruz Whitley accept my insurance?
Dr. Cruz Whitley accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 421-3361 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cruz Whitley accept in Chula Vista, CA?
Dr. Cruz Whitley in Chula Vista, 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
Community Health Group
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Cruz Whitley's office located?
Dr. Jessica Cruz Whitley's Primary Practice
752 Medical Center Ct Ste 302
Chula Vista, CA 91911
(619) 421-3361
What is Dr. Cruz Whitley's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Cruz Whitley's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1841653094.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cruz Whitley?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Cruz Whitley
What is Dr. Jessica Cruz Whitley's specialty?
Dr. Cruz Whitley is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near Chula Vista, 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 this Dr. Jessica Cruz Whitley affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Cruz Whitley is affiliated with Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center, Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego, Sharp Memorial Hospital, Sharp Coronado Hospital, Jacobs Medical Center At Uc San Diego Health, Boston 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 Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Jessica Cruz Whitley accepting new patients in Chula Vista, CA?
Yes, Dr. Jessica Cruz Whitley is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jessica Cruz Whitley offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cruz Whitley's office at (619) 421-3361 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jessica Cruz Whitley?
Please contact Dr. Cruz Whitley's office at (619) 421-3361 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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